maintien

Definitions of maintien
  1. noun
    the preservation and careful management of the environment and of natural resources
    synonyms: conservation, protection de la nature
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    type of:
    surveillance
    the activity of protecting something from loss or danger
  2. noun
    the act of sustaining life by food or providing a means of subsistence
    synonyms: entretien
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    type of:
    aide, appui, secours, soutien, support
    the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
  3. noun
    dignified manner or conduct
    synonyms: air, attitude, comportement
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    types:
    classe, distinction
    formality in bearing and appearance
    type of:
    attitude, comportement
    a way of acting or behaving
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