preservative
🇬🇧 UK/prɪ'zɜːvətɪv/🇺🇸 US/pri'zә:vәtiv/
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Definitions
n.
A substance added to food or other materials to prevent decay or spoilage.
防腐剂,保鲜剂
adj.
Having the quality of preserving or preventing decay.
有防腐作用的,起保护作用的
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.preservative additive防腐添加剂
- 2.natural preservative天然防腐剂
Example Sentences
- 1.
Many packaged foods contain chemical preservatives to extend shelf life and prevent bacterial growth.
- 2.
Natural preservatives like salt and honey have been used in cooking for thousands of years.