Meaning of the word conserve in English

What does conserve mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

conserve

US /kənˈsɝːv/

UK /kənˈsɝːv/

protect (something, especially an environmentally or culturally important place or thing) from harm or destruction

Example:

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We must conserve our natural resources for future generations.

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Efforts are being made to conserve endangered species.

Synonym:

preserve protect save safeguard maintain

use (something) sparingly so as to avoid depletion

Example:

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We need to conserve water during the drought.

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He tried to conserve his energy for the final sprint.

Synonym:

economize save ration husband

a type of jam or fruit preserve, typically made from whole fruit boiled with sugar

Example:

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She spread strawberry conserve on her toast.

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Homemade peach conserve is her specialty.

Synonym:

jam preserve jelly marmalade

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