säilitav
Säilitav is an Estonian adjective derived from the verb säilitama, meaning to preserve or keep. The suffix -atav forms a present participle that characterizes something as capable of being preserved or stored. In practice, säilitav is used in contexts where preservation conditions, durability, or the potential for long-term retention are relevant, such as archival work, conservation, food storage, or data management.
Grammatically, säilitav functions as an ordinary Estonian adjective: it can modify a noun and agree with it
In usage, säilitav appears mainly in more formal or technical language. It may appear in phrases describing
Etymology: säilitav comes from säilitama, with the participial suffix -atav, signaling potential or capability. Related terms