maintenance

noun
UK: /ˈmeɪntənəns/
US: /ˈmeɪntənəns/

  1. The work that is done to keep something in good condition.

    1. The car needs regular maintenance. [ ] [ ]
    2. The building's maintenance is the landlord's responsibility, according to the lease agreement. [ ] [ ]

  2. The act of keeping something in good condition by checking or repairing it regularly.

    1. The bridge requires constant maintenance. [ ] [ ]
    2. Proper maintenance of equipment can prevent costly repairs and extend its lifespan. [ ] [ ]

  3. Money paid to a person after a divorce or separation.

    1. She receives maintenance from her ex-husband. [ ] [ ]
    2. The court ordered him to pay maintenance to support his children after the separation. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

upkeep repair preservation conservation child support alimony

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "maintenance" in English means: The work that is done to keep something in good condition., The act of keeping something in good condition by checking or repairing it regularly., Money paid to a person after a divorce or separation..

The phonetic transcription of "maintenance" is /ˈmeɪntənəns/ in British English and /ˈmeɪntənəns/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "maintenance": upkeep, repair, preservation, conservation, child support, alimony.

Example usage of "maintenance": "The car needs regular maintenance.". More examples on the page.