maintenance – 1.The work needed to keep a vehicle, road, machine or building in good condition 2. money given for a persons living expenses
(Pronounced meyn-tuh-nuhns)
To remember the definition of the word maintenance, use the following mnemonic:
The main ten ants (maintenance) work on keeping the nest in good condition, while the queen gives them money for living expenses.
Examples of maintenance in a sentence (1.The work needed to keep a vehicle, road, machine or building in good condition)
The old house was in need of dire need of maintenance.
The maintenance was taking a lot longer than planned.
The road was closed for maintenance.
Examples of maintenance in a sentence (2. money given for a persons living expenses)
Her parents paid her a generous maintenance every month.
His maintenance loan was late so he was struggling to pay his bills.
She received a maintenance grant while she was studying.
