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preserve in Dutch

preserve in Dutch is beschermen, bewaren, in stand houden — preserve means to keep something safe from harm, damage, or decay.

preserve in Dutch

beschermen
verb
To protect; to keep from harm or injury.
bewaren
verb
To maintain throughout; to keep intact.
in stand houden
verb
To maintain throughout; to keep intact.

What does "preserve" mean?

  1. verb To keep something safe from harm, damage, or decay.
    "Volunteers are working to preserve the coastal path before the cliffs wear away."
  2. noun A sweet spread made by cooking fruit with sugar.
    "My aunt makes plum preserve every autumn and gives a jar to each neighbour."
  3. noun An area set aside to protect wildlife or a particular activity.
    "Rangers patrol the game preserve to keep the animals safe from poachers."
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preserve in a sentence

  • Volunteers are working to preserve the coastal path before the cliffs wear away.
  • They worked hard to preserve the old building from demolition.
  • My aunt makes plum preserve every autumn and gives a jar to each neighbour.
  • Would you like some raspberry preserve with your scone?

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Frequently asked questions

What is "preserve" in Dutch?
"preserve" in Dutch is beschermen, bewaren, in stand houden. preserve means: To keep something safe from harm, damage, or decay.
How do you use "preserve" in a sentence?
Example: "Volunteers are working to preserve the coastal path before the cliffs wear away." In Dutch, "preserve" is beschermen, bewaren, in stand houden.
Are there other ways to say "preserve" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 3 translations listed for "preserve": beschermen, bewaren, in stand houden.
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