preserving
1. [ adjective ] saving from harm or loss
Synonyms: conserving
Examples:

"serves a conserving function"

Related terms: protective
2. [ noun ] the activity of protecting something from loss or danger
Synonyms: preservation saving
Related terms: protection self-preservation conservation environmentalism fixation embalmment reservation immobilisation keep
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