conserves
/kənˈsɜrvz/
verb
- To protect something from harm, loss, or change; to keep in a safe or sound state.
- We need to conserve water during the summer months.
- The organization works to conserve endangered species in the wild.
- She conserved her energy for the final sprint.
- To use something carefully and avoid wasting it.
- Turning off lights when you leave a room helps conserve electricity.
- He conserved his money by cooking at home instead of eating out.
- The chef conserves leftover vegetables by making soup.
noun
- A type of jam made from whole or large pieces of fruit cooked with sugar, often containing nuts or dried fruit.
- We bought strawberry conserves at the farmers' market.
- She spread apricot conserves on her toast for breakfast.
- The gift basket included a jar of homemade cherry conserves.