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preservative

pre·ser·va·tive [ pri zúrvətiv ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
able to keep from decay: having the ability to protect something from decay or spoilage



noun  (plural pre·ser·va·tives)
Definition:
 
something that prevents spoilage: something that provides protection from decay or spoilage, e.g. a food additive

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