reserve

Definition

  • verb: to make arrangements so that you will be able to use or have (something, such as a room, table, or seat) at a later time
  • verb: to hold in reserve
  • often plural
  • synonyms: keep, retain, except

Examples

  • She spoke in a tone of voice that she usually 'reserved' for her students. [=that she usually only used for her students]

  • I will 'reserve judgment' [=will not make a judgment/decision] until I know the full story.

  • We 'reserve' the right to make further changes to the agreement if necessary.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Yeah, someday. Which one's this? That faux-Lalique vase I picked up at the Super-Swap. How's it doing? Well, I met my reserve and there's still two minutes. What's up? You tell me, birthday boy. Oh, hey, so, what's up for Saturday? Car wash. (..)
    2008 TvShow: Breaking Bad Title: Pilot Season: 1 Episode 1