 reclamation |
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| 1. | [ noun ] the conversion of waste land into land suitable for use of habitation or cultivation | |
| Synonyms: | renewal rehabilitation revival | |
| Related terms: | restoration reforestation urban_renewal rehabilitate | |
| 2. | [ noun ] the recovery of useful substances from waste products | |
| Related terms: | recovery reclaim | |
| 3. | [ noun ] rescuing from error and returning to a rightful course | |
| Synonyms: | reformation | |
| Examples: | "the reclamation of delinquent children" |
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| Related terms: | rescue reform | |
