preservative
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/prɪˈzɜːrvətɪv/
🇬🇧
/prɪˈzɜːvətɪv/
adjective
R
keeps things from spoiling or rotting
Salt has preservative qualities that help keep food fresh longer.
noun
R
a substance that stops things from spoiling or rotting
This bread uses a natural preservative to stay fresh for days.
translation
keeps things from spoiling or rotting
a substance that stops things from spoiling or rotting
Word Forms
Plural
preservatives