n.
Function: noun
Date: 15th century
: something that preserves or has the power of preserving specifically : an additive used to protect against decay, discoloration, or spoilage
n.
Function: noun
Date: 15th century
: something that preserves or has the power of preserving specifically : an additive used to protect against decay, discoloration, or spoilage
Merriam Webster Collegiate English Dictionary. Merriam Webster - Энциклопедический словарь английского языка. 2012