1. to protect something from harm, decay, or loss; to preserve
We must conserve our natural resources for future generations.
Devemos conservar nossos recursos naturais para as gerações futuras.
2. to use something carefully to avoid wasting it
During the drought, residents were asked to conserve water.
Durante a seca, os moradores foram solicitados a conservar água.
3. to keep or maintain in a particular state
The museum conserves ancient artifacts in climate-controlled rooms.
O museu conserva artefatos antigos em salas com clima controlado.