reserve

reserve definition - medical

re·serve (rĭ-zûrvˈ)

verb
  1. To keep back, as for future use or for a special purpose.
  2. To set or cause to be set apart for a particular person or use.
noun
Something kept back or saved for future use or a special purpose.
adjective
  1. Held back, set aside, or saved.
  2. Forming a reserve.

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