The definition of 'preserve' & the word 'preserve' in example sentences or phrases
Noun
1
a domain that seems to be specially reserved for someone
- medicine is no longer a male preserve
2
a reservation where animals are protected
3
fruit preserved by cooking with sugar
Verb
1
keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
- preserve the peace in the family
- continue the family tradition
- Carry on the old traditions
2
keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction
- We preserve these archeological findings
- The old lady could not keep up the building
- children must be taught to conserve our national heritage
- The museum curator conserved the ancient manuscripts
3
to keep up and reserve for personal or special use
- She saved the old family photographs in a drawer
4
prevent (food) from rotting
- preserved meats
- keep potatoes fresh
5
maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger
- May God keep you
6
keep undisturbed for personal or private use for hunting, shooting, or fishing
- preserve the forest and the lakes
Synonyms of the word 'preserve' & Antonyms of the word 'preserve'.
Noun
Synonymsconserve, conserves, preserves,
Verb
Synonymscontinue, uphold, carry on, bear on, conserve, maintain, keep up, save, keep, keep,
Antonymsdiscontinue,
