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preserving

 

[ prɪˈzəːvɪŋ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

nature

Protecting something from harm or loss, keeping it in its original state or condition.

Synonyms

conserving, maintaining, protecting

Examples of usage

  • He dedicated his life to preserving the rainforest.
  • She believes in preserving the historical integrity of old buildings.
  • The museum is committed to preserving artifacts for future generations.
Context #2 | Verb

food

Keeping food in good condition for future use, usually by canning, freezing, or drying.

Synonyms

canning, jarring, pickling

Examples of usage

  • She spent the afternoon preserving the fruits from her garden.
  • The tradition of preserving jams and pickles has been passed down through generations.
Context #3 | Noun

history

The act of keeping alive or in existence; the protection or maintenance of something.

Synonyms

conservation, maintenance, protection

Examples of usage

  • The preserving of ancient ruins is essential for understanding our past.
  • They are dedicated to the preserving of cultural heritage.

Translations

Translations of the word "preserving" in other languages:

🇵🇹 preservando

🇮🇳 संरक्षण करना

🇩🇪 bewahren

🇮🇩 melestarikan

🇺🇦 зберігання

🇵🇱 zachowanie

🇯🇵 保存

🇫🇷 préserver

🇪🇸 conservando

🇹🇷 koruma

🇰🇷 보존

🇸🇦 الحفاظ

🇨🇿 uchovávání

🇸🇰 zachovávanie

🇨🇳 保存

🇸🇮 ohranjanje

🇮🇸 varðveisla

🇰🇿 сақтау

🇬🇪 შენარჩუნება

🇦🇿 qoruma

🇲🇽 conservación

Etymology

The word 'preserving' comes from the Latin word 'praeservare', which means 'to keep safe'. The concept of preserving has been essential throughout history, as humans have always sought ways to protect and maintain things of value. Whether it be preserving nature, food, or cultural heritage, the act of preserving plays a crucial role in ensuring the continuity and integrity of various aspects of life.

See also: preservation, preservationism, preservationist, preservative, preserve, preserved, preserver, preserves, unpreserved.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,029 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.