spare

spare · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Extra or kept in reserve.

  2. 2.

    Not currently in use.

  3. 3.

    [as verb]To give or make available; to refrain from harming.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    spare no expense — Cost is not a concern.
  • •
    to spare — Remaining; left over.

Related words

Antonyms: essential
See also: extra, reserve, save
Synonyms: extra, reserve, surplus

Etymology

From Old English spær ("sparing, frugal").