Environmental Conservation Terminology

verb to turn away or prevent something from happening

• The new safety measures were implemented to avert any potential accidents in the workplace.
• I had to quickly avert my eyes when I saw something embarrassing happening.
• She managed to avert a disaster by thinking on her feet.
• His quick thinking helped avert a crisis during the meeting.

noun a reduction or restriction

• The government implemented a curtailment of public spending in order to reduce the budget deficit.
• There was a curtailment on our shopping spree because we ran out of money.
• I had to put a curtailment on my Netflix binge to finish my homework.
• The curtailment of his ambitions left him feeling lost and directionless.

noun a system of pipes or channels that carry away excess water or liquid waste

adjective related to the process of draining or removal of liquid

• Proper drainage is essential for preventing water accumulation in the garden.
• Make sure the drainage in your yard is working properly to avoid flooding.
• I had to unclog the drainage in my shower because it was backed up.
• Emotional drainage can occur after a long day of dealing with difficult situations.

verb to prevent someone or something from entering or accessing a particular place or area

• Please remember to keep out of the restricted area.
• Hey, make sure you keep out of that room, it's off limits.
• Dude, you better keep out of there if you know what's good for you.
• It's important to keep out of other people's business to avoid unnecessary drama.

noun a person or thing that protects

adjective showing a desire to protect someone or something

• The security guard wore a protective vest while on duty.
• I always wear a protective mask when I go out in public.
• My mom is so protective, she won't even let me go to the party.
• The thick walls of the castle acted as a protective barrier against invaders.

noun the act of renewing or the state of being renewed

verb to make something new or fresh again; to revive or restore

• The company decided to renew their contract with the supplier for another year.
• I think it's time to renew our gym membership before it expires.
• I gotta renew my Netflix subscription so I can keep binge-watching my favorite shows.
• After a long winter, the flowers began to renew and bloom again in the spring.

verb to move or act in a free or unrestrained manner

adverb in a wild or unrestrained manner

• The children were allowed to run wild in the playground under the supervision of the teachers.
• When we go camping, we let the dogs off their leashes to run wild in the woods.
• After the party, we all decided to let loose and run wild in the city.
• Her imagination would run wild as she read the mystery novel late into the night.

noun the act of keeping money in a bank account or an amount of money that you keep in this way

verb the act of keeping money in a bank account or an amount of money that you keep in this way

adjective economical or thrifty in the use of money or resources

• The act of saving money is essential for financial stability.
• I'm saving up for a new car so I can finally get rid of my old one.
• I've been stashing cash away in my piggy bank for a rainy day.
• She's been saving her energy for the big race next week.

noun a narrow strip of land separating the mainland from the sea or a lake

• The seashore is a popular destination for tourists looking to relax by the ocean.
• Let's pack a picnic and spend the day at the seashore.
• I love chilling at the seashore, it's so peaceful.
• The seashore of life is where we find ourselves washed ashore by the waves of fate.

verb to waste (something, especially money or time) in a reckless or foolish manner

• The company squandered its resources on unnecessary expenses.
• He squandered all his money on expensive gadgets.
• She totally squandered her chance to impress the boss.
• Time is too precious to be squandered on trivial matters.

noun a mark or a series of marks that are left behind by something that has passed by

verb to pull or drag behind

• The hiking trail winds through the forest, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
• Let's hit the trail this weekend and explore some new hiking routes.
• I heard there's a sick mountain biking trail up in the hills, wanna check it out?
• As a detective, he was always on the trail of the truth, no matter where it led him.

noun a specific phobia related to bees

• Apiphobia is a specific phobia that involves the fear of bees.
• I have apiphobia, so I always freak out when a bee comes near me.
• My friend has major apiphobia, she runs away screaming whenever she sees a bee.
• His apiphobia towards public speaking is so intense that he avoids any situation where he might have to talk in front of a crowd.

noun a system of dikes and sluices used to drain marshy lands in Acadian regions

• The aboiteaux system is essential for managing water levels in the Acadian dykelands.
• Make sure to keep the aboiteaux clear of debris so the water can flow properly.
• I heard they're fixing up the aboiteaux down by the river.
• The aboiteaux act like a natural drainage system, preventing flooding in the low-lying areas.