reserves

Definitions of reserves in various dictionaries:

noun - civilians trained as soldiers but not part of the regular army

noun - formality and propriety of manner

noun - something kept back or saved for future use or a special purpose

noun - an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced

noun - (medicine) potential capacity to respond in order to maintain vital functions

noun - a district that is reserved for particular purpose

noun - armed forces that are not on active duty but can be called in an emergency

noun - the trait of being uncommunicative

verb - hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency

verb - give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause

verb - obtain or arrange (for oneself) in advance

verb - arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance

verb - to keep back for future use