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res·er·va·tion
 reservation
- pronunciation:
- re
z
 r
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shn
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noun |
| definition 1: |
an exception, limitation, or qualification, or the act of limiting or qualifying one's acceptance, belief, or the like.
I have reservations about taking this job since I'll be required to travel a lot.I agree to the terms of the contract with one reservation: the work must be completed within a year.- synonyms:
- doubt, qualm, second thought
- similar words:
- suspicion
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| definition 2: |
the act of setting aside or withholding.
The reservation of this part of the woods as a park was a fortunate thing for the townspeople. |
| definition 3: |
(often pl.) arrangements made in advance, usu. to secure travel, overnight lodging, or a table in a restaurant.
I made reservations for our flights and our hotel.Does the restaurant take reservations?- synonyms:
- booking, prearrangement
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| definition 4: |
an area of land set aside by the U.S. Government for the use of American Indians.
Ten thousand members of the tribe live on the reservation. |
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