conservancy
noun/kənˈsɜrvənsi/
Frequency rank: #12,371 most common English word
Meaning
an organization or area dedicated to the protection and preservation of natural resources and wildlife.
Example sentence
The local wildlife conservancy works hard to protect endangered species in the region.
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