Definition of conservatory

• a. - Having the quality of preserving from loss, decay, or injury.
• n. - That which preserves from injury.
• n. - A place for preserving anything from loss, decay, waste, or injury; particulary, a greenhouse for preserving exotic or tender plants.
• n. - A public place of instruction, designed to preserve and perfect the knowledge of some branch of science or art, esp. music.