English dictionary

reclamation

/,r/E/kl/@/'m/eI//S//@/n/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

the conversion of wasteland into land suitable for use of habitation or cultivation

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Synonyms rehabilitation renewal

Source: WordNet 3.0
rescuing from error and returning to a rightful course

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Examples
The reclamation of delinquent children.

Synonyms reformation

Source: WordNet 3.0
the recovery of useful substances from waste products

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Source: WordNet 3.0
The act or process of reclaiming.

noun

Source: webster1913