# preserves

Pronunciation: say "pri-ZURVZ" US /pɹəˈzɝvz/, UK /pɹəˈzɜːvz/

## Noun

1. Plural of preserve. — plural of preserve
   - Simple: Plural of preserve. Use this form when you mean more than one preserve.
   - _Several wildlife preserves border the national park to the north._
   - _The pantry held dozens of fruit preserves put up over the summer._

## Verb

2. Third-person singular simple present indicative of preserve. — third-person singular simple present indicative of preserve
   - Simple: Third-person singular simple present of preserve. Use this form with he, she, or it.
   - _The treaty preserves the fishing rights of both coastal nations._
   - _A thick coat of wax preserves the wood against moisture and rot._

## Noun

3. Spectacles worn to shield the eyes from strong light, dust, and similar irritants. *(obsolete)*
   - Simple: Glasses worn to protect the eyes from bright light or dust.
   - _Travelers crossing the high passes fitted their preserves against the dazzle of the snowfields._
   - _He polished his preserves and tucked them into a leather case before the long drive._

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