reserve — to keep something for a particular purpose or time
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to keep something for a particular purpose or time
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈzɜːrv/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother reserves her best china for when aliens visit.
- I always reserve judgment until I've had my morning coffee.
- The company keeps large cash reserves for emergencies.
reserve
VERB[/rɪˈzɜːrv/]
to keep something for a particular purpose or time
She called the restaurant to reserve a window table for Saturday night.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'reservare,' composed of 're-' (back) and 'servare' (to keep, save). The term entered Middle English through Old French 'reserver,' maintaining its meaning of setting something aside.
Breakdown
re- (back, again) + serve (keep, save) + -e (verb ending) = reserve
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📝Examples
“My grandmother reserves her best china for when aliens visit.”
“I always reserve judgment until I've had my morning coffee.”
“The company keeps large cash reserves for emergencies.”
“Please reserve your seat in advance for the concert.”
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