Conservancy Meaning
[kənˈsɜːvənsɪ]Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe conservation of a resource.
nounAn organization dedicated to the conservation of natural resources.
Sentence Examples
The nature conservancy protected wildlife.
Conservancy efforts saved the park.
The local nature conservancy works to protect endangered wildlife.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The local ____ works to protect wetlands from industrial development and pollution.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The local nature ____ purchased the beautiful woodland to protect it from impending commercial development.
Word Origin & History
From conservant + -cy or conserve + -ancy.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Niassa – a troubled corner of Africa, where conservancies financed by hunters might the best-resourced operations around – this was where you came for pure experience. The old-style, Hemingway safari."
— 2026 April 21, Cal Flyn, “On the trail with the hunters who believe shooting big game can save Africa’s wildlife”, in The Guardian:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The local ____ works to protect wetlands from industrial development and pollution.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The local nature ____ purchased the beautiful woodland to protect it from impending commercial development.