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preserve

nounfemininegeneral usevery common/kõˈsɛɾvɐ/con·ser·va

Definition

Food that has been processed and sealed in an airtight container (such as a tin, jar, or glass) to prevent spoilage.

“We stocked up on preserves for the winter.”

“This recipe calls for preserved tomatoes, not fresh ones.”

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