National Trust
Britishnoun
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(in Britain) an organization concerned with the preservation of historic buildings and monuments and areas of the countryside of great beauty in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. It was founded in 1895 and incorporated by act of parliament in 1907. The National Trust for Scotland was founded in 1931
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(in Australia) a similar organization in each of the states
Example Sentences
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The National Trust for Historic Preservation, a nonprofit, sued to halt ballroom construction, saying plans for the project did not comply with the legally mandated review processes.
From BBC
As well as reading, writing and other studying at home, Ellie and Sara also visit National Trust properties, and go to gymnastics lessons and swimming.
From BBC
A large layer of planking is missing from the vessel's interior, which indicates the remains have been buried in sand since the 1630s, according to the National Trust.
From BBC
The National Trust has described this project as "a bold marine engineering feat".
From BBC
I already loved historic National Trust properties and walking around their estates.
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