English dictionary
spare
/sp/(@)/r/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Scanty; not abundant or plentiful; as, a <i>spare</i> diet.
Source: webster1913
noun
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an extra component of a machine or other apparatus
Synonyms spare partSource: WordNet 3.0
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an extra car wheel and tire for a four-wheel vehicle
Synonyms fifth wheelSource: WordNet 3.0
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a score in tenpins; knocking down all ten after rolling two balls
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The act of sparing; moderation; restraint.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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thin and fit
ExamplesThe spare figure of a marathon runner.
Synonyms trimSource: WordNet 3.0
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more than is needed, desired, or required
ExamplesSleeping in the spare room.
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not taken up by scheduled activities
ExamplesSpare time on my hands.
Synonyms freeSource: WordNet 3.0
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kept in reserve especially for emergency use
ExamplesA spare tire.
Spare parts.
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lacking in amplitude or quantity
ExamplesA spare diet.
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lacking embellishment or ornamentation
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verb
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refrain from harming
Synonyms saveSource: WordNet 3.0
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save or relieve from an experience or action
ExamplesI'll spare you from having to apologize formally.
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give up what is not strictly needed
ExamplesHe asked if they could spare one of their horses to speed his journey.
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use frugally or carefully
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To use frugally or stintingly, as that which is scarce or valuable; to retain or keep unused; to save.
Source: webster1913
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To be frugal; not to be profuse; to live frugally; to be parsimonious.
Source: webster1913