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Meaning of the word reserves in English

What does reserves mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

reserves

Verb

1.

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 asideset asidelay asidekeep backkeepsaveholdhold backretainconservepreserveput awaywithholdearmarkhang onto
Synonym:
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:
stockstoresupplystockpilereservoirpoolfundbankaccumulationhoardcache
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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