preserve

/prɪˈzɜːv/ v.
标准词条 CET-4CET-6IELTS
一句话记住

保护;保存;维持

释义与例句

v. 保护;保存;维持
to keep something safe, in good condition, or in its original state, and prevent it from being lost or damaged
  1. The volunteers work to preserve historic buildings in the town.
    志愿者们致力于保护镇上的历史建筑。
  2. Freezing helps preserve the flavour of fresh berries.
    冷冻有助于保存新鲜浆果的风味。
展开其余 1 条例句
  1. We need to preserve these traditions for future generations.
    我们需要为后代保留这些传统。

词族与关联词

词族(同一词根派生出的不同词性或形式)
  • preservation 保护;保存;维护
    通常作不可数名词,指使某物维持原状或免受破坏的行为。
  • preservative 防腐剂;保存剂
    名词,指用于防止食物等腐败的物质。
易混词(形近或义近,注意区别)
  • conserve 节约使用;保护
    preserve 强调保持原有状态、防止损坏或流失;conserve 强调合理使用资源、避免浪费,也可指保护自然环境。
    Every household should conserve water during the dry season. 旱季期间,每个家庭都应节约用水。
常见搭配
  • preserve the environment 保护环境
    Strict controls on fishing can help preserve the environment around the islands. 严格控制捕捞有助于保护这些岛屿周围的环境。
  • preserve food 保存食物
    Salt was traditionally used to preserve food for the winter. 传统上,人们用盐保存过冬的食物。
  • preserve a tradition 保留传统
    The annual festival helps preserve a tradition that dates back centuries. 这个年度节庆有助于保留一项可追溯至数世纪前的传统。