Meaning of conserve
Definition of conserve
(verb)
keep constant through physical or chemical reactions or evolutionary change; "Energy is conserved in this process"
keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction; "We preserve these archeological findings"; "The old lady could not keep up the building"; "children must be taught to conserve our national heritage"; "The museum curator conserved the ancient manuscripts"
use cautiously and frugally; "I try to economize my spare time"; "conserve your energy for the ascent to the summit"