Conserver
Example: Il faut conserver les aliments au réfrigérateur pour éviter qu'ils ne se gâtent.
Definition
"Conserver" means to keep or maintain something, especially food or other perishable items, in a good condition over time. For example, it involves storing food in a refrigerator to prevent spoilage and preserve freshness.
Etymology
The verb "conserver" comes from the Latin word 'conservare,' which means 'to keep, preserve, or protect.' It combines 'con-' (together) and 'servare' (to keep or save). Did you know that the concept of conserving food dates back to ancient times when people used salt, smoke, or cold to maintain freshness?
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"Conserver" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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