a domain that seems to be specially reserved for someone; medicine is no longer a male preserve'
a reservation where animals are protected
fruit preserved by cooking with sugar
preserve (n.)
keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last; preserve the peace in the family; continue the family tradition; Carry on the old traditions
keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction; We preserve these archeological findings; The old lady could not keep up the building; children must be taught to conserve our national heritage; The museum curator conserved the ancient manuscripts
to keep up and reserve for personal or special use; She saved the old family photographs in a drawer
[ Syn: save ]
prevent (food) from rotting; preserved meats; keep potatoes fresh
[ Syn: keep ]
maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger; May God keep you
[ Syn: keep ]
keep undisturbed for personal or private use for hunting, shooting, or fishing; preserve the forest and the lakes'