maintenance

UK
/ˈmeɪntənəns/
US
/ˈmeɪntənəns/

Translations

maintenancenoun
maintenances
pl
The maintenance of the building is scheduled for next week.
Обслуживание здания запланировано на следующую неделю.
The maintenance of peace is a priority for the organization.
Поддержание мира является приоритетом для организации.
The maintenance of the garden requires regular watering and pruning.
Содержание сада требует регулярного полива и обрезки.
maintenanceadjective
UK
/ˈmeɪntənəns/
US
/ˈmeɪntənəns/
Used attributively (derived from the noun) to indicate relation to upkeep; not normally gradable.

Definitions

maintenancenoun
The process of preserving a condition or situation or the state of being preserved.
Regular maintenance of the car ensures it runs smoothly.
The process of keeping something in good condition by checking or repairing it regularly.
The maintenance of the building is scheduled for next week.
Financial support that is provided for someone's living expenses.
He was ordered to pay maintenance to his ex-wife after the divorce.
maintenanceadjective
Intended for or relating to the upkeep or servicing of something.
The company offers a maintenance contract for all new equipment.