The action of maintaining something in a particular condition, esp. in a good condition or working order. Now usually with reference to immaterial…
| 单词 | θ88654 |
| 释义 | the world > action or operation > safety > protection or defence > preservation from injury or destruction > [noun] > preservation in being or maintenance (49) sustenance1389 The action of maintaining something in a particular condition, esp. in a good condition or working order. Now usually with reference to immaterial… relevation?1418 The action of raising, lifting up, or supporting (literally or figuratively). Cf. later relevate, v. sustentation1477 The action of maintaining something, esp. the body, in life or existence. Now rare. supportation?a1500 The preservation of a person or thing in being; maintenance of survival, continuance. Cf. support, n. 3. Obsolete. sustentmenta1500 The action of maintaining someone in a particular position or state. upbearing1501 The action of carrying, raising, taking or holding up; support, sustaining. entertainment1568 With of. The action of maintaining or upholding something. Cf. entertain, v. 1a. Obsolete. maintaining1644 The action of maintain, v.; maintenance, support, etc. Subcategories:— specifically of existing conditions, institutions, etc. (3) — specifically of a person, institution, office, etc. (6) — specifically of a living thing (2) — one who preserves in being or condition (5) — that which (8) — preserving in proper condition (13) — preservation order (2) — advocacy of preservation (2) |
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