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   Pres·er·va·tion

   /ˌprezərˈvāSH(ə)n/

   

   noun

   • 1. the action of preserving something: "the preservation of the city's green spaces" Similar conservationprotectionmaintenancecaresafeguardingkeepingcontinuationconservationkeeping upkeeping alivekeeping goingmaintenanceupholdingsustainingprolongationperpetuationconservingbottlingtinningcanningpottingchillingfreezingfreeze-dryingquick-freezingdryingdesiccationdehydrationcuringsmokingkipperingsaltingpicklingmarinatingsousingcorningjellyingcandyingembalmingmummification
   • ▪ the state of being preserved, especially to a specified degree: "the homestead is in a fine state of preservation"

   Word Origin late Middle English: via Old French from medieval Latin praeservatio(n-), from late Latin praeservare ‘to keep’ (see preserve).

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryPRESERVATION definition | Cambridge English Dictionary

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   C1. the act of keeping something the same or of preventing it from being damaged: building preservation. wood preservation. There is great public concern about some of the chemicals used in food preservation. The church is in a poor state of preservation (= has not been kept in good condition).

3. preservationdallas.org › resources › for-historic-propertiesResources for Historic Properties | Preservation Dallas

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   COMMON TERMS. PRESERVATION. Focuses on the maintenance and repair of existing historic materials and retention of a property’s form as it has evolved over time. RESTORATION. REHABILITATION. RECONSTRUCTION. From "Four Approaches to the Treatment of Historic Properties" NPS. PROPERTY TIER SYSTEM OVERVIEW. TIER ONE.

4. dallascityhall.com › departments › sustainabledevelopmentCity of Dallas Office of Historic Preservation

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   The City of Dallas is committed to reducing racial disparities and assisting close-knit historically marginalized communities in preserving their history and culture. This Strategy introduces a vision and mission for the City’s enhanced historic and cultural preservation functions to serve as pillars that clarify the City’s purpose and role ...

5. www.nationalgeographic.org › encyclopedia › preservationPreservation - National Geographic Society

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   May 9, 2024 · conservation. noun. management of a natural resource to prevent exploitation, destruction, or neglect. exploit. verb. to use or take advantage of for profit. logging. noun. industry engaged in cutting down trees and moving the wood to sawmills.

6. www.achp.gov › preserve-america › communityDallas, Texas | Advisory Council on Historic Preservation - ACHP

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   Preservation Dallas is leading a cutting-edge architectural survey to document pre-1965 buildings using GIS technology. Conducted entirely by volunteers, the research will result in a searchable database and detailed maps and will be used for predictive analysis.

7. dallascityhall.com › departments › sustainabledevelopmentHistoric Buildings - City of Dallas

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   Historic Buildings. Office of Historic Preservation. Dallas Landmarks (Local designation) Structures located within the boundaries of a Dallas Landmark District or individually listed as a Dallas Landmark are protected by ordinances specifically written for that district or structure. Click the links below for more information on Dallas ...

8. texashistory.unt.edu › explore › partnersPreservation Dallas - The Portal to Texas History

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   Preservation Dallas was founded in 1972 as a nonprofit membership organization to champion initiatives to protect the history and culture of neighborhoods and historic buildings throughout Dallas, enhancing the quality of life and economic development of the city.