Preserve
8 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To maintain something in its original or existing state; to keep safe from harm or decay. It also refers to food prepared by canning or pickling to prevent decomposition.
“The society works to preserve historic buildings from demolition.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/prəˈzɜːv/
Syllables
pre·serve
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Wordle
Contains common letters P, R, E, S, V with E appearing three times
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Scrabble
Worth 13 points; V adds value despite triple E
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