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preservative

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preservative /prɪˈzɚvətɪv/ noun
plural preservatives
preservative
/prɪˈzɚvətɪv/
noun
plural preservatives
Britannica Dictionary definition of PRESERVATIVE
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: a substance that is used to preserve something: such as
: a chemical that is added to food to keep it fresh longer
: a substance that is used on wood to prevent it from decaying