conserving | ||
1. | [ adjective ] saving from harm or loss | |
Synonyms: | preserving | |
Examples: | "serves a conserving function" |
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Related terms: | protective | |
2. | [ noun ] (geography) the preservation and careful management of the environment and of natural resources | |
Synonyms: | conservation conservancy | |
Related terms: | preservation water_conservation soil_conservation conservancy oil_conservation save | |
Similar spelling: |
concerning conserve conserves conserved conservation concern conservator conservancy conservatory conservative conservatism conservatoire conscript congeries consortium conscription conquering concertize concertise concertina |