preservation
/ˌprɛzərˈveɪʃən/
noun
- The act of keeping something in its original state or in good condition; protection from harm, decay, or destruction.
- The national park is dedicated to the preservation of wildlife habitats.
- Food preservation techniques like canning and freezing help reduce waste.
- The preservation of historical buildings is important for future generations.
- The state of being kept in good condition; survival without decay or damage.
- Good preservation of the fossils allowed scientists to study them in detail.
- The mummy was in an excellent state of preservation after thousands of years.
- The old documents owe their preservation to the dry climate.
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