1. to use something carefully and avoid waste
2. to protect something from harm or destruction

1. a sweet spread made from fruit cooked with sugar

Examples

• We need to conserve water during the drought.
• The museum works to conserve ancient artifacts.
• Turn off lights to conserve energy.
• National parks help conserve wildlife habitats.
• She spread strawberry conserve on her toast.
• The recipe calls for apricot conserve.
• They conserve old buildings in the historic district.