C1nounenvironmentarts
US/ˌprez.ərˈveɪ.ʃən/
UK/ˌprez.əˈveɪ.ʃən/
the act of keeping something safe, in good condition, or the same as before
In context
The group campaigns for the preservation of old buildings in the city center.
Salt has been used for the preservation of fish for thousands of years.
The ancient paintings are in a remarkable state of preservation.
Words that go with preservation
noun + preposition
- preservation ofThe law supports the preservation of traditional crafts.
- state of preservationThe ship was found in an excellent state of preservation.
noun + noun
- food preservationDrying is one of the oldest methods of food preservation.
adjective + noun
- historic preservationShe works for a historic preservation group in Hoi An.
- environmental preservationThe tax will pay for environmental preservation projects.