preserve

Intermediate

/priːˈzɜːv/

verb
To protect or maintain something in its original or existing condition

preserve in a sentence

  • “The museum preserved the historical documents in a climate-controlled environment.”
  • “The fossil was well preserved .”
  • “These laws are intended to help preserve our natural resources.”
  • “They are fighting to preserve their rights as citizens.”

What does “preserve” mean?

preserve (verb) means to protect or maintain something in its original or existing condition. It is pronounced /priːˈzɜːv/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.

Frequently asked questions

What does "preserve" mean?
preserve (verb) means: To protect or maintain something in its original or existing condition
How do you pronounce "preserve"?
"preserve" is pronounced /priːˈzɜːv/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
How do you use "preserve" in a sentence?
Here is "preserve" used in a sentence: The museum preserved the historical documents in a climate-controlled environment.

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