01 n. One who, or that which, preserves, saves, or defends, from destruction, injury, or decay; esp., one who saves the life or character of another.
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1.
One who, or that which, preserves, saves, or defends, from destruction, injury, or decay; esp., one who saves the life or character of another.
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2.
One who makes preserves of fruit.
Phrases & compounds
Game preserver —
See under Game.