| Id | ESLPod_1131_WE_1936 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 1131 |
| Episode Title | Visiting an Archaeological Site |
| Phrase | to preserve |
| Text | The word "preserve," in this podcast, means to take good care of something so that it is saved for the future and will not continue to deteriorate: "The architects are trying to find ways to preserve the original structure while protecting it from earthquakes." When talking about food, "to preserve" means to store food so that it will not go bad: "Pioneers preserved summer fruits by making them into jams and jellies." A "nature preserve" is a natural area set aside for wild animals and plants, minimizing the impact of humans: "Hunting is forbidden within the nature preserve." Finally, someone who is "well-preserved" is aging well and does not appear as old as he or she actually is: "What face cream does Jodi use? She is so well-preserved!" |
| Topics | Travel |
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