The field of art restoration involves both repairing and preserving works of art that have been damaged over time.

What kind of context clue is provided here that allows you to define the word restoration?

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The context clue provided in the sentence is a definition/explanation clue. The phrase "repairing and preserving works of art that have been damaged over time" explains what restoration involves, helping to define the term.