Preservable: meaning, definitions and examples

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preservable

 

[ prɪˈzɜːrvəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

ability to preserve

The term 'preservable' refers to something that can be maintained in its original state or condition. This characteristic is often used in the context of food, materials, and certain cultural artifacts. When something is preservable, it implies that it is possible to prevent decay, deterioration, or loss of quality over time. In a broader sense, it can also refer to concepts or ideas that can be sustained. Preservable items might require specific conditions to ensure their longevity.

Synonyms

maintainable, protectable, sustainable

Examples of usage

  • These foods are preservable for extended periods.
  • The data is preservable with proper backup techniques.
  • This artifact is deemed preservable by the museum.
  • Certain traditions are preservable through education.

Translations

Translations of the word "preservable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 preservável

🇮🇳 संरक्षित करने योग्य

🇩🇪 erhaltbar

🇮🇩 dapat diawetkan

🇺🇦 зберіганий

🇵🇱 zachowujący się

🇯🇵 保存可能な

🇫🇷 préservable

🇪🇸 preservable

🇹🇷 korunabilir

🇰🇷 보존 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل للحفظ

🇨🇿 uchovatelný

🇸🇰 uchovateľný

🇨🇳 可保存的

🇸🇮 ohranjljiv

🇮🇸 verndun

🇰🇿 сақталатын

🇬🇪 შენახვადი

🇦🇿 qorunan

🇲🇽 preservable

Word origin

The word 'preservable' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the root 'serve,' derived from the Latin 'servare' which means 'to keep or guard.' The combination suggests the capability of something to be kept in its original form or protected from harm. The suffix '-able' indicates that something is capable of being acted upon. 'Preservable' is often used in scientific, culinary, and environmental discussions, especially in relation to sustainability and conservation efforts. The concept has gained prominence in recent years due to increasing awareness about food waste and environmental degradation. This has led to its more frequent use in both academic and popular contexts, reflecting a societal shift towards valuing preservation and sustainability.