Definition of preserver

"Preserver" traces back to the Latin word "praeservare," which means "to keep safe, to guard, to protect." It entered English in the 14th century, originally referring to someone who protects or guards something. The word's meaning evolved to encompass preserving food through methods like pickling or canning, reflecting the importance of food preservation in the past. Today, "preserver" can also refer to a device used for preservation, like a food preserver or a wood preserver.