conservancy
nounUK /kənˈsɜː.vən.si/
US /kənˈsɝː.vən.si/
A conservancy is a group or place that takes care of nature and keeps it safe.
The local conservancy protects the forest and the animals that live there.
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2. An organization that manages and protects a natural area.
She works for a river conservancy that keeps the water clean.
3. The official care and management of something valuable, like a port or a river.
The port conservancy is in charge of keeping the harbor safe.
4. A group of people who work together to protect a shared resource.
The neighborhood conservancy planted trees along the street.