preserve
Pronunciation:
/pɹəˈzɜːv//pɹəˈzɝv/noun
Definitions
A sweet spread made of any of a variety of fruits.
A reservation, a nature preserve.
An activity with restricted access.
verb
Definitions
To protect; to keep from harm or injury.
Example: Every people have the right to preserve its identity and culture.
To save from decay by the use of some preservative substance, such as sugar or salt; to season and prepare (fruits, meat, etc.) for storage.
Example: to preserve peaches or grapes
To maintain throughout; to keep intact.
Example: to preserve appearances; to preserve silence