RESTITUTION

[noun] [U] [formal] - the return of items stolen or lost, or (legal) payment made for damage or lossThe government is now demanding the restitution of its ancient treasures that were removed from the country in the 16th century.(legal) The defendant presented a cheque for $80 000 to the court as restitution to her former employer.(legal) The chemicals company has promised to make full restitution to the victims for the injury to their health.