maintenance
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/ˈmeɪntənəns/
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/ˈmeɪntənəns/
noun
C1
keeping things working well by fixing them when needed
Regular maintenance of the car helps it last longer.
C1
keeping something the same or continuing
The maintenance of peace requires everyone's effort.
R
money for daily living costs
Students use loans for maintenance and school costs.
R
money paid to a former partner after separation
He sends maintenance to his ex-wife each month.
translation
keeping things working well by fixing them when needed; keeping something the same or continuing; money for daily living costs; money paid to a former partner after separation
Word Forms
Plural
maintenances