curatage

/kjuːˈrætɪdʒ/; /kjuːˈreɪtɪdʒ/ or /kjuːˈɑːtɪdʒ/; (Received Pronunciation) /ˈkjuːrədʒ/ or /ˈkjuːrætɪdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of curating, especially the process of collecting and preserving historical objects.

“The museum’s new curatage department is responsible for the acquisition and preservation of artifacts.”

2. noun

The process of selecting, acquiring, and conserving works of art or artifacts.

“The art gallery’s curatage process ensures that only the finest pieces are exhibited.”

3. verb

To collect and preserve works of art, artifacts, or other historical objects.

“The curator curated a collection of rare books and manuscripts.”

Synonyms

  • conservation
  • curation
  • preservation

Antonyms

  • degradation
  • destruction