Reserves — synonyms, definition

1. reserves (Noun)

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reserves (Noun) — (military) civilians trained as soldiers but not part of the regular army.

reserves (Noun) — Formality and propriety of manner.

reserves (Noun) — Something kept back or saved for future use or a special purpose.

reserves (Noun) — An athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced.

reserves (Noun) — (medicine) potential capacity to respond in order to maintain vital functions.

reserves (Noun) — A district that is reserved for particular purpose.

reserves (Noun) — (military) armed forces that are not on active duty but can be called in an emergency.

reserves (Noun) — The trait of being uncommunicative; not volunteering anything more than necessary.

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2. reserves (Verb)

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reserves (Verb) — Hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency.

reserves (Verb) — Give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause. ex. "I will reserve this money for your research"

reserves (Verb) — Obtain or arrange (for oneself) in advance. ex. "We managed to reserve a table at Maxim's"

reserves (Verb) — Arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance. ex. "reserve me a seat on a flight"

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