Definition of Spare
Spare
spare
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
not being used, or set aside in case of an emergency;
e.g. They have a spare tire in the back of car.
(adjective)
more than what is needed or having excess;
e.g. He had spare time to read before bed.
(adjective)
to refrain from or use with restraint;
e.g. He could spare a bit of money if it meant the children would be happy.
(adjective)
to relieve from undergoing something;
e.g. She would spare him the trouble of making a trip when she could do it while on her errands.
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