Reserve Definition
reserve
noun
- formality and propriety of manner
- something kept back or saved for future use or a special purpose
- an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced
- (medicine) potential capacity to respond in order to maintain vital functions
- a district that is reserved for particular purpose
- armed forces that are not on active duty but can be called in an emergency
- the trait of being uncommunicative; not volunteering anything more than necessary
verb
- hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency; "they held back their applause in anticipation"
- give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause; "I will earmark this money for your research"; "She sets aside time for meditation every day"
- obtain or arrange (for oneself) in advance; "We managed to reserve a table at Maxim's"
- arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance; "reserve me a seat on a flight"; "The agent booked tickets to the show for the whole family"; "please hold a table at Maxim's"
"Reserve" in song lyrics
See how reserve is used in real songs:
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"Now Iraq has the second largest oil reserve"
Cale Sampson — The Facts of War -
"We all want to expand out right, but show some reserve"
Diamond D — Don't Beg -
"Everything up in your stash and in the reserve"
Flipmode Squad f/ Buckshot — We Got Cha Opin (Part 2)
Words that rhyme with reserve
Usage tips for "reserve"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "reserve" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for reserve to find words that pair well.