Archaic spelling of preserving.

preservation; retention

plural of food preservative

(of an older person) healthy and ageing gracefully / (of an old, possibly ancient, object) in good condition considering its age.

plural of life preserver

(US) A buoyant ring or vest intended to keep a person afloat. / (dated, UK) A short club with a weighted end.

The instinctive behaviour that protects oneself from harm.

An area of land that is managed in order to conserve wildlife or plant habitat or other natural features.

(US) An area of land managed to conserve wildlife or plant habitat or other natural features.

A preserve or area of country used for hunting.