maintenance

[ˈmeɪntənəns]

maintenance Definition

• 1. the process of preserving or keeping something in good condition
• 2. the work that is done to keep something in good condition

Using maintenance: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "maintenance" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The maintenance of the building is the responsibility of the landlord.

• Example

  Regular car maintenance can prevent costly repairs.

• Example

  The company has a team of technicians for equipment maintenance.

maintenance Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for maintenance

• upkeep
• care
• repair
• service
• sustenance

Antonyms for maintenance

• neglect
• abandonment

Idioms Using maintenance

• take maintenance

  to require regular upkeep or attention to remain in good condition

  Example

  The antique car is beautiful, but it takes a lot of maintenance to keep it running smoothly.

• high maintenance

  requiring a lot of attention or effort to maintain

  Example

  She's a high maintenance friend who always needs to be the center of attention.

• low maintenance

  requiring little attention or effort to maintain

  Example

  I prefer low maintenance plants that don't need to be watered frequently.

Phrases with maintenance

• maintenance man

  a person employed to maintain and repair a building or facility

  Example

  The maintenance man came to fix the leaky faucet.

• maintenance fee

  a regular payment made to cover the cost of maintaining something, such as a property or a service

  Example

  The maintenance fee for the apartment complex includes lawn care and trash removal.

• maintenance mode

  a state in which a system or device is temporarily shut down or limited in functionality to allow for maintenance or repairs

  Example

  The website is currently in maintenance mode and will be back online shortly.

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Summary: maintenance in Brief

The term 'maintenance' [ˈmeɪntənəns] refers to the process of preserving or keeping something in good condition, often through regular work or attention. It can apply to buildings, equipment, or other objects, as well as abstract concepts like relationships. Examples include 'The maintenance of the building is the responsibility of the landlord.' and 'Regular car maintenance can prevent costly repairs.' Idioms like 'high maintenance' and 'low maintenance' describe people or things that require more or less attention than usual.