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Meaning of the word reserves in English

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reserves

Verb

refrain from using or disposing of (something); retain for future use.

Example:
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roll out half the dough and reserve the other half
Synonym:
put aside set aside lay aside keep back keep save hold hold back retain conserve preserve put away withhold earmark hang onto
Antonym:
use up

Noun

1.

a supply of a commodity not needed for immediate use but available if required.

Example:
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Australia has major coal, gas, and uranium reserves
Synonym:
stock store supply stockpile reservoir pool fund bank accumulation hoard cache
2.

a force or body of troops kept back from action to reinforce or protect others, or additional to the regular forces and available in an emergency.

Example:
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the men were stationed as a central reserve ready to be transported wherever necessary
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