preserve
Definition
- n. a domain that seems to be specially reserved for someone
- n. a reservation where animals are protected
- v. prevent (food) from rotting
- v. keep undisturbed for personal or private use for hunting, shooting, or fishing
Word forms
- Past participle
- preserved
- Present participle
- preserving
- Third person singular
- preserves
- Past tense
- preserved
Example sentences
vt.
We need to preserve the wildlife in this area for future generations.
vi.
During the summer, many people preserve fruits by making jams and jellies.
n.
The store sells a variety of preserves, including strawberry and blueberry.