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- pronunciation:
- prih
zuhrv
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
preserves, preserving, preserved |
definition: |
to keep safe from loss or harm.
The court will preserve the right to freedom of speech.- similar words:
- conserve, defend, guard, hold, protect
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related words: |
maintain, own, sustain |
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition: |
an area of land or water where plants and animals are protected.
Hunting is not allowed in animal preserves.
- similar words:
- park
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derivations: |
preservable (adj.), preservation (n.), preserver (n.) |
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