preservation

Everyday

1. Preservation is keeping something safe from harm, damage or decay. tree →
2. Preservation is keeping food fresh for a long time by drying, salting, freezing, canning or other ways. tree →

In the lessons

In science and cooking it is about stopping food going bad. In geography and history it is about protecting nature, wildlife, old buildings and traditions. Phrases: «food preservation», «preservation of wildlife», «in a good state of preservation», «self-preservation» (the instinct to keep yourself alive).

Examples

• Freezing is a good method of food preservation. tree →
• The society works for the preservation of old buildings. tree →
• Salt was used for preservation long ago. tree →
• The preservation of rainforests helps the planet. tree →
• The mummy was in a good state of preservation. tree →
• Self-preservation made the rabbit run. tree →
• Jam is a kind of fruit preservation. tree →
• Wildlife preservation protects rare animals. tree →
• Virgilius spent many days in deep thought, and at length invented a plan which was known to all as the ‘Preservation of Rome.’ tree →

Note

Uncountable. Verb: preserve; noun for food: preserve(s) (jam). Do not confuse with «conservation» (similar meaning; used more for nature and energy) or «preservative» (a chemical added to food).