conservation

noun
UK: /ˌkɒnsəˈveɪʃən/
US: /ˌkɑːnsərˈveɪʃən/

  1. The protection of nature and natural resources.

    1. Conservation helps save our planet.
    2. Wildlife conservation is important for future generations so we must act now.

  2. The careful use of something, especially to prevent waste.

    1. Water conservation is very important.
    2. Energy conservation efforts in our home are helping reduce our carbon footprint.

  3. Preservation of historical or cultural heritage.

    1. They support art conservation.
    2. The museum is dedicated to the conservation of ancient artifacts from around the world.

Synonyms

protection maintenance saving upkeep preservation

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "conservation" in English means: The protection of nature and natural resources., The careful use of something, especially to prevent waste., Preservation of historical or cultural heritage..

The phonetic transcription of "conservation" is /ˌkɒnsəˈveɪʃən/ in British English and /ˌkɑːnsərˈveɪʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "conservation": protection, maintenance, saving, upkeep, preservation.

Example usage of "conservation": "Conservation helps save our planet.". More examples on the page.