restorativenoun [ C ]
uk/rɪˈstɒr.ə.tɪv/us/rɪˈstɔːr.ə.t̬ɪv/old-fashionedsomething that makes you feel better or more energetic if you are feeling tired or ill:
After a hard day at the office, a hot bath is a welcome restorative.
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restorative
adjective ukusformal
Ginseng is used as a restorative and preventive remedy.