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Definition of preservation - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
conditionstate of being kept in good condition
- The preservation of the artifact amazed the archaeologists.
2.
safetyactivity of safeguarding something from loss or danger
- The preservation of wildlife is a global concern.
3.
conservationTECH. process of preventing organic substances from decayingTECH.
- Preservation of food is essential for long journeys.
Expressions with preservation
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natural urge or action to avoid harm or danger
Self-preservation made her run from the fire.
methods used to stop food from spoiling and to extend freshness
Traditional food preservation includes drying meat and fermenting vegetables.
keeping digital information safe for future use
Digital preservation ensures that old files remain accessible.
legal protection to prevent alteration or demolition
The old church is under a preservation order.
Origin of preservation
Latin, prae (before) + servare (to keep)
Terms with preservation included in their meaning
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food preservation
preserved in a sealed can or jar
preservation
preserved by removing water
preservation
preserve food by removing moisture
preservation
kept for future use or need
food preservation
preserve food by exposing it to hot wood fumes for flavor
food
treated with smoke for flavor or preservation
food preservation
place food into a metal can for preservation
museum
institution dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of art
preservation
food preserved by sealing in airtight cans
preservation
plastic or foil used to keep food fresh
preservation method
food preserved by freezing
cooling
large piece of ice for cooling or preservation
food preservation
store something in a cold place to keep it fresh
preservation
maintain something in a fresh state
food preservation
preserve food in vinegar or brine
food
having salt added for flavor or preservation
food preservation
process of preserving food in brine or vinegar
digital storage
data stored for long-term preservation
preservation
process of preserving food by smoking or salting
food preservation
prepare food to prevent decay
preservation
kept intact or in a particular condition
food preservation
process of preserving food in sealed containers
food preservation
act of preserving food by salting or smoking
food preservation
preserved by removing moisture
Examples of preservation in a sentence
Efforts in preservation of wildlife are crucial. Efforts in preservation of ancient artifacts are crucial. Preservation of the old building required careful planning. The preservation of ancient manuscripts is crucial for historians. Efforts in preservation of wildlife habitats are increasing.
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- French:préservation, sauvegarde, ...
- German:Erhaltung, Schutz, ...
- Italian:conservazione, protezione, ...
- Spanish:conservación, protección, ...
- Portuguese:preservação, ...
- Chinese:保养, 保护, ...
- Japanese:保存, 保護, ...
- Arabic:حِفْظ, ...
- Hebrew:שִׁימּוּר, שְׁמִירָה, ...
- Russian:сохранность, сохранение, ...
- Ukrainian:збереження, консервування, ...
- Hindi:संरक्षण, सुरक्षा, ...
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