Definitions

1. noun

a quantity of something set aside for a particular purpose, especially a sum of money or a part of a country’s land

“The company set aside a reserve fund to cover unexpected expenses.”

2. verb

to set aside or keep something for a particular purpose, especially a sum of money or a part of a country’s land

“The government reserved a large area for a national park.”

3. verb

to keep or set aside for future use, especially a table at a restaurant

“She reserved a table at the restaurant for 8 o’clock.”

4. noun

a person who is not yet a member of a team or organization, especially in a sport

“The coach said that John is a reserve player for the team.”

5. adjective

kept or set aside for future use, especially a table at a restaurant

“The reserved table was waiting for us at the restaurant.”