conserve

US /kənˈsɝːv/
UK /kənˈsɝːv/
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1.

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

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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.
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2.

use (something) sparingly so as to avoid depletion

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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.
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1.

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

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She spread strawberry conserve on her toast.
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Homemade peach conserve is her specialty.
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