preservation
ˌprɛzərˈveɪʃən
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Noun

1.
conditionstate of being kept in good condition
  • The preservation of the artifact amazed the archaeologists.
conservation maintenance
2.
safetyactivity of safeguarding something from loss or danger
  • The preservation of wildlife is a global concern.
conservation protection safeguarding
3.
conservationTECH.process of preventing organic substances from decayingTECH.
  • Preservation of food is essential for long journeys.
conservation maintenance protection
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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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cannedadj.
food preservation
preserved in a sealed can or jar
driedadj.
preservation
preserved by removing water
dryv.
preservation
preserve food by removing moisture
savedadj.
preservation
kept for future use or need
food preservation
preserve food by exposing it to hot wood fumes for flavor
smokedadj.
food
treated with smoke for flavor or preservation
tinv.
food preservation
place food into a metal can for preservation
museum
institution dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of art

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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  1. French:préservation, sauvegarde, ...
  2. German:Erhaltung, Schutz, ...
  3. Italian:conservazione, protezione, ...
  4. Spanish:conservación, protección, ...
  5. Portuguese:preservação, ...
  6. Chinese:保养, 保护, ...
  7. Japanese:保存, 保護, ...
  8. Arabic:حِفْظ, ...
  9. Hebrew:שִׁימּוּר, שְׁמִירָה, ...
  10. Russian:сохранность, сохранение, ...
  11. Ukrainian:збереження, консервування, ...
  12. Hindi:संरक्षण, सुरक्षा, ...

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