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prolong vs preserve

preserve vs prolong

prolong is not a noun while preserve is a noun.

prolong and preserve both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
prolong No No Yes No
preserve Yes No Yes No
As verbs, preserve is a hypernym of prolong; that is, preserve is a word with a broader meaning than prolong:
  • prolong: lengthen or extend in duration or space
  • preserve: keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
Other hypernyms of prolong include bear on, carry on, continue, uphold.
prolong (noun) preserve (noun)
fruit preserved by cooking with sugar
a reservation where animals are protected
a domain that seems to be specially reserved for someone
prolong (verb) preserve (verb)
lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer prevent (food) from rotting
lengthen or extend in duration or space keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction
to keep up and reserve for personal or special use
keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger
keep undisturbed for personal or private use for hunting, shooting, or fishing
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