Preserve (Noun)
Meaning 1
A domain that seems to be specially reserved for someone; "medicine is no longer a male preserve".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
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Meaning 2
A reservation where animals are protected.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The wildlife preserve was home to a diverse range of species, including endangered birds and mammals.
- Visitors to the nature preserve were required to stay on designated trails to avoid disturbing the animals.
- The preserve was established to protect the habitat of the rare and threatened species that lived there.
- Conservation efforts at the preserve included reintroducing native plants and controlling invasive species.
- The preserve was a popular destination for scientists and researchers studying animal behavior and ecology.
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Meaning 3
Fruit preserved by cooking with sugar.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The homemade preserve made from strawberries and sugar was a hit at the farmer's market.
- She carefully poured the hot preserve into sterilized jars to seal in the flavor.
- The sweet and tangy preserve was perfect for topping toast or yogurt.
- After hours of cooking, the mixture had transformed into a rich and flavorful preserve.
- The old recipe for quince preserve had been passed down through generations of her family.