Reservation Meaning
/ˌɹɛz.ɚˈveɪ.ʃən/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe act of reserving, withholding or keeping back.
nounThe act of reserving, withholding or keeping back., The practice of reserving part of the consecrated bread of the Eucharist for the communion of the sick.
Sentence Examples
Hello, I have a reservation, my name is Kaori Yoshikawa. Here is the confirmation card.
How early do I have to make a reservation to qualify for the discount?
I'll call the restaurant and make a reservation.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
He expressed a ____ about the plan because it lacked details due to its vague outline.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She made a ____ at the restaurant three weeks in advance to ensure they had a table for the anniversary.
Word Origin & History
From Middle French reservation, equivalent to reserve + -ation.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"I haven't booked, so I don't have a clue as to whether the service will be busy or not. Supposedly, reservations are compulsory, but I want to find out what would happen if you just turn up."
— 2020 December 2, Paul Bigland, “My weirdest and wackiest Rover yet”, in Rail, page 68:
"A three-lane motorway can be up to (or even more than) 35 metres wide, with a hard shoulder on either side and a central reservation."
— 2023 August 23, Chris Howe, “Green screen: HS2's route through the shires”, in RAIL, number 990, page 34:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
He expressed a ____ about the plan because it lacked details due to its vague outline.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She made a ____ at the restaurant three weeks in advance to ensure they had a table for the anniversary.