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Water Conservation

/ˈwɔː.tər ˌkɒn.səˈveɪ.ʃən/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    The practice of using water efficiently to reduce unnecessary water usage.

    "Implementing water conservation techniques can significantly lower utility bills."
  2. 2

    Efforts aimed at protecting and managing water resources to ensure their sustainability.

    "Water conservation is crucial in areas facing drought conditions."

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The term 'water conservation' combines 'water', derived from Old English 'wæter', and 'conservation', from Latin 'conservare', meaning to preserve. The concept has evolved over time to emphasize the sustainable management of water resources, particularly in response to environmental concerns.

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