He keeps a spare guitar pick in his jacket pocket.
He keeps a spare guitar pick in his jacket pocket.
English
spare
ˈspɛəɹ, ˈspɛə(ɹ)
Meaning: extra; available for use if needed
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Example sentences
I always keep a spare key in my bag.
I always keep a spare key in my bag.
That old charger is no good; I borrowed a spare one.
That old charger is no good; I borrowed a spare one.
I need to find some spare parts for my car.
I need to find some spare parts for my car.
She enjoys reading and writing poetry in her spare time.
She enjoys reading and writing poetry in her spare time.
Usage Notes
Describes an additional item kept in reserve, or time/resources not currently in use.
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