Definitions

1. noun

a place or area that is protected and preserved for its natural or environmental value, especially a wildlife sanctuary or a park.

“The local community established a conservancy to protect the nearby forest and its wildlife.”

2. noun

a charitable organization or trust that preserves and protects a specific area or resource, often with a focus on environmental conservation.

“The conservancy worked with local volunteers to restore the damaged wetlands and improve the local ecosystem.”

3. noun

a right or privilege granted by a landowner or government to protect and preserve a specific area or resource.

“The conservancy agreement between the city and the environmental group helped to protect the historic riverfront from development.”

4. noun

a device or mechanism that helps to conserve or preserve something, such as energy or resources.

“The new conservancy system in the building reduced water waste and helped to conserve this valuable resource.”