[con.ser.va.tor] n (15c) 1 a: one that preserves from injury or violation: protector b: one that is responsible for the care, restoration, and repair of archival or museum articles
2: a person, official, or institution designated to take over and protect the interests of an incompetent
3: an official charged with the protection of something affecting public welfare and interests -- con.ser.va.to.ri.al adj -- con.ser.va.tor.ship n