conserve
/kənˈsɜːv/ · /kənˈsɝːv/
CEFR level B2Topic EnvironmentWord #4596 in the learning path
节约；避免浪费
Definitions
v. Use resources carefully to avoid wasting them.
节约；避免浪费
v. Protect something valuable from damage, loss, or destruction.
保护；保存
Example
We collect rainwater to conserve water in the garden.
我们收集雨水，以节约花园用水。
Governments should encourage efficient farming methods that conserve water without reducing the supply of affordable food.
政府应鼓励高效的耕作方式，在节水的同时保障平价食品的供应。
Collocations
- conserve energy
- conserve water
- conserve wildlife
Word family
- conservation (n.)
- conservationist (n.)
Synonyms
- preserve
- protect
Antonyms
- waste
Usage tip
conserve强调节约或保护；reserve强调预留。
FAQ
- What does conserve mean?
- Use resources carefully to avoid wasting them. Protect something valuable from damage, loss, or destruction.
- How is conserve pronounced?
- UK /kənˈsɜːv/, US /kənˈsɝːv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
