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Exam: IELTS

conservation

IPA: /ˌkɒn.səˈveɪ.ʃən/

KK: /kɒn.sɚˈveɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of protecting and preserving something, especially natural resources and wildlife, to prevent loss or damage.

Example: The conservation of forests is essential for maintaining biodiversity.

conservational

IPA: /kənˈsɜːrvəˌʃənl/

KK: /kənˈsɜrvəˌʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of preserving or protecting something, especially the environment or natural resources.

Example: The conservational efforts in the area have helped to protect endangered species.

conservationist

IPA: /ˌkɒn.səˈveɪ.ʃən.ɪst/

KK: /kɒnˈsɜːrvəˌneɪʃənɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who supports and works to protect the environment and natural resources.

Example: As a conservationist, she dedicates her life to preserving endangered species.

conservatism

IPA: /kənˈsɜːrvətɪzəm/

KK: /kənˈsɜrvətɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A belief system that values traditional institutions and is cautious about change, often opposing government intervention and promoting stability.

Example: His views on social issues reflect a strong conservatism that prioritizes tradition over innovation.

conservatize

IPA: /kənˈsɜːrvətaɪz/

KK: /kənˈsɜrvəˌtaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something more conservative in nature or approach.

Example: The politician aimed to conservatize his party's platform to attract more traditional voters.

conservatoire

IPA: /kənˈsɜːrvətwɑːr/

KK: /kənˈsɜrvəˌtwɑr/

noun

Definition: A school or institution where people are trained in music or the arts.

Example: She studied classical music at the conservatoire for four years.

conservator

IPA: /kənˈsɜːrvətər/

KK: /kənˈsɜrvəˌtɔr/

noun

Definition: A person who is responsible for taking care of and protecting valuable items, especially in places like museums or libraries.

Example: The conservator carefully restored the ancient painting to its original condition.

conservatorship

IPA: /kənˈsɜːrvəˌtɪʃɪp/

KK: /kənˈsɜrvəˌtɪʃɪp/

noun

Definition: The legal arrangement where a person or organization is appointed to manage the affairs of someone who is unable to do so themselves, often due to incapacity or disability.

Example: After the accident, a conservatorship was established to manage her finances and healthcare decisions.

conservatory

IPA: /kənˈsɜːrvəˌtɔːri/

KK: /kənˈsɜrvəˌtɔri/

noun

Definition: A building or room where plants are grown in a controlled environment, often for display, or a school that teaches music or arts.

Example: She studied music at a conservatory in the city.

conserve

IPA: /kənˈsɜːrv/

KK: /kənˈsɜrv/

intransitive verb

Definition: To use something carefully and avoid wasting it, especially resources like energy or materials.

Example: We need to conserve water during the dry season.

noun

Definition: A type of sweet spread made from fruits cooked with sugar, often used on bread or as a dessert topping.

Example: I spread some strawberry conserve on my toast this morning.

transitive verb

Definition: To protect something from being lost or damaged, or to use something carefully to avoid wasting it.

Example: We need to conserve water during the summer months to help the environment.

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