Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
recovery-operation
noun
/rɪˈkʌvəri ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/

Definition
A recovery operation refers to a series of actions taken to retrieve or restore something that has been lost, damaged, or disrupted, often in the context of emergency response or disaster management.

Examples
- The local authorities organized a recovery operation after the devastating flood.
- His quick thinking was crucial in the recovery operation of the lost hikers.
- The recovery operation lasted for several weeks due to the extent of the damage.

Meaning
The process involved in returning to a state of normalcy or functionality after a disruption, often requiring coordinated efforts to rehabilitate and support affected systems or communities.

Synonyms
- restoration
- rehabilitation
- recuperation
- salvage operation