1.
The ~ of a building or place is the work of keeping it in good condition.
The money will be used for the estate’s ~...
The maintenance department is responsible for the general ~ of the park.
= maintenance
N-UNCOUNT: usu with poss
2.
The ~ of a group of people or services is the process of providing them with the things that they need.
He offered to pay ?100 a month towards his son’s ~.
= maintenance
N-UNCOUNT: usu with poss