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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National Trust said it was supporting the fire service with its response and warned that the risk of wildfire remains "exceptionally high" in the warm, dry weather.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
The National Trust of Jersey declined to comment at this stage.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
The project also contributes to wider conservation efforts across the region, including habitat restoration work at Kinver Edge, also cared for by the National Trust, where southern red wood ants are being reintroduced.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
In the annual rankings by the National Trust for Public Lands, Los Angeles has dropped from 90th to a tie for 93rd in park investment and accessibility among the nation’s 100 most populous cities.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 13, 2026
Squelch's dad's only a dustman but his garden's like a National Trust property.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
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