reserving

[riˈzərviŋ]

reserving Definition

• 1. to keep something for a particular purpose or time
• 2. to make a reservation

Using reserving: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reserving" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I am reserving this seat for my friend.

• Example

  The hotel is reserving a room for me.

• Example

  I am reserving my comments until I have more information.

reserving Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for reserving

• booking
• holding
• setting aside

Phrases with reserving

• reserve judgment

  to delay giving an opinion or decision about something until you know more about it

  Example

  I'm going to reserve judgment until I hear all the facts.

• reserve price

  the lowest price that a seller is willing to accept for an item at an auction

  Example

  The reserve price for the painting was not met, so it did not sell.

• reserve army

  a group of people who are trained to fight in a war but are not currently serving in the military

  Example

  The country has a large reserve army that can be called up in times of war.

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Summary: reserving in Brief

The verb 'reserving' [riˈzərviŋ] means to keep something for a particular purpose or time, or to make a reservation. It can refer to holding a seat, booking a hotel room, or delaying an opinion. Phrases include 'reserve judgment,' 'reserve price,' and 'reserve army.' Synonyms include 'booking' and 'holding.'