preserver
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/prɪˈzɜːrvər/
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/prɪˈzɜːvə(r)/
someone who keeps something from changing or being damaged
The lifeguard is a preserver of swimmers' safety at the beach.
a chemical that stops wood from rotting
The woodworker applied a preservative to protect the fence from insects and weather.