preservative

• Substance utilisée pour préserver les aliments, le bois ou d'autres matériaux de la décomposition ou de la détérioration ; qui protège, conserve ou maintient en bon état.

A substance used to preserve foodstuffs, wood, or other materials against decay or spoilage.

1. Preserving qualityB2formal

   Having the ability to keep something in its original state or prevent decay.

   Préservateur

   • The preservative coating protects the wood from rot.
   • Some foods contain preservative chemicals to extend shelf life.
   • The preservative treatment helped the ancient manuscript survive.

   Synonymesantisepticpreventiveprotective

• Composé chimique ajouté aux produits, notamment alimentaires, pour empêcher leur altération ou leur décomposition et prolonger leur durée de conservation.

A chemical compound added to products, especially food, to prevent decay or decomposition and extend shelf life.

1. PreservativeB2formalculinary

   A substance added to food, cosmetics, or other products to prevent spoilage, decay, or decomposition caused by microorganisms or chemical changes.

   Agent de conservation

   • Many processed foods contain artificial preservatives to extend their shelf life.
   • Sodium benzoate is a common preservative used in soft drinks.
   • Some people prefer foods without added preservatives.

   Synonymesadditiveantimicrobialantioxidantstabilizer