preserve
CEFR: B2
To maintain, safeguard, and protect ancient monuments, cultural heritage, or wildlife habitats from destruction and decay.
Synonyms
- conserve
- safeguard
- perpetuate
Common Collocations
- preserve wildlife
- preserve historic buildings
- preserve peace
Example Sentence
Limiting daily visitor numbers is vital to preserve the fragile stone stairways of the Inca citadel for future generations.