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