Also means
preserve
Usage Note
Conserva most commonly refers to tinned or preserved food (una lata de conserva). The plural conservas is used for preserved foods in general. The phrase en conserva means 'tinned' or 'preserved' and follows the noun: atún en conserva (tinned tuna). Do not confuse with the verb conservar ('to preserve/keep').
Examples
"Compró varias latas de conserva en el mercado."
Natural Translation
She bought several tins of preserved food at the market.
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