English · Travel & Places
reservation
/ˌrɛz.ərˈveɪ.ʃən/
[/ˌrɛz.ərˈveɪ.ʃən/]
booking kept in advance
Intermediatenoun
Definition
An arrangement to have something, such as a room or table, kept for you in advance.
Example
He made a dinner reservation for two at the restaurant overlooking the calm harbour.
He made a dinner reservation for two at the restaurant overlooking the calm harbour.
Etymology
From Latin 'reservatio', from 'reservare', to keep back.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for hotels, restaurants, and transport.