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exclusive preserve

[ɪkˈskluːsɪv prɪˈzɜːrv]
nounpl: exclusive preserves
monopólio exclusivo
1. Something that is restricted to or reserved for a particular person, group, or organization; a domain or activity controlled entirely by one party
Scientific research was once the exclusive preserve of universities.
A pesquisa científica era antes monopólio exclusivo das universidades.
2. A protected area or right that belongs solely to one entity
The hunting preserve became the king's exclusive preserve.
O refúgio de caça tornou-se monopólio exclusivo do rei.
Synonyms
exclusive domainprivate preservesole domainmonopolyprerogativeprivilege
Antonyms
shared domainpublic domaincommon groundopen access

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
monopólio exclusivo
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
privilégio exclusivo
Alternative usage emphasizing privilege
Portugal
domínio exclusivo
Common in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

the exclusive preserve of someone
remain someone's exclusive preserve
become an exclusive preserve
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