Meaning of the word conservator in English

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conservator

US /kənˈsɜ˞ː.və.t̬ɚ/

UK /kənˈsɜ˞ː.və.t̬ɚ/

a person responsible for the repair and preservation of works of art, buildings, or other things of cultural or environmental interest

Example:

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The museum hired a new conservator to restore the ancient artifacts.

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She works as a conservator of rare books.

Synonym:

restorer preserver curator

a person appointed by a court to manage the affairs of another person who is legally incapable of managing their own affairs

Example:

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The court appointed a conservator for the elderly woman who could no longer manage her finances.

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The conservator is responsible for making decisions about the patient's medical care.

Synonym:

guardian custodian trustee

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