La réserve
Example: La réserve naturelle protège de nombreuses espèces rares.
Definition
"La réserve" refers to a protected area or space set aside for conservation purposes, such as a natural reserve that safeguards rare species and their habitats from human interference or destruction.
Etymology
The term "la réserve" originates from the French verb 'réserver', meaning to keep back or set aside. Its roots trace back to the Latin 'reservare', combining 're-' (back) and 'servare' (to keep). Did you know? The word evolved to describe places intentionally preserved for protection or special use.
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"La réserve" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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