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reservation

/ˌɹɛzɝˈveɪʃən/ · /rᵻ.zərˈve.ʃən/

Meaning 1

US land set aside for a Native American nation.

“The tribe runs a cultural center on its reservation in the Southwest.”
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Illustration of reservation: US land set aside for a Native American nation.

Meaning 2

An arrangement to secure a place or service.

“They made a reservation for dinner at the restaurant.”
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Illustration of reservation: An arrangement to secure a place or service.

Meaning 3

designated area set aside for a specific purpose

“The tribe built a new school on the reservation.”
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Illustration of reservation: designated area set aside for a specific purpose