conservation

noun

UK/ˌkɒn.səˈveɪ.ʃᵊn/
US/ˌkɑːn.sɚˈveɪ.ʃᵊn/

Definitions of conservation noun

  1. B2Uncountable(不可数名词)

    The act of protecting plants, animals, natural areas, and significant structures and buildings, especially from the adverse impacts of human activities.

    对动植物、自然区域、历史建筑等的保护。

    • The organization is dedicated to marine life conservation.

      该组织致力于海洋生物保护。

    • The government is implementing new environmental conservation policies.

      政府正在实施新的环境保护政策。

    • We need to support local nature conservation efforts.

      我们需要支持当地的自然保护工作。

  2. C1Uncountable(不可数名词)

    The careful and responsible management of valuable natural resources to ensure their availability for the longest possible duration.

    保护;保存;节约

    • Water conservation is crucial for agriculture.

      节约用水对农业至关重要。

    • Energy conservation is a key component of reducing carbon emissions.

      节能是减少碳排放的关键组成部分。

    • We should support and encourage the conservation and reuse of resources.

      我们应该支持和鼓励资源的保护和再利用。