Conservation
(noun)
- The protection, preservation, management, or restoration of wildlife and of natural resources such as forests, soil, and water.
- The preservation and protection of something, such as a cultural heritage site or work of art.
Origin:
Late 16th century (in the sense "preservation of something"): from latin conservatio(n-), from the verb conservare "keep, preserve".
Examples:
- The organization focuses on conservation of endangered species.
- The government has a policy for conservation of natural resources.
- They are working on a project for conservation of the forest.
- The company is involved in conservation of the environment.
- The conservation of the historical building is important for future generations.