SPARE
noun
Definitions
- 1. The act of sparing; moderation; restraint. [Obs.] Killing for sacrifice, without any spare. Holland.
- 2. Parsimony; frugal use. [Obs.] Bacon. Poured out their plenty without spite or spare. Spenser.
- 3. An opening in a petticoat or gown; a placket. [Obs.]
- 4. That which has not been used or expended.
- 5. The right of bowling again at a full set of pins, after having knocked all the pins down in less than three bowls. If all the pins are knocked down in one bowl it is a double spare; in two bowls, a single spare.
Other Definitions
This word also has 2 other definitions:
SPARE
(adjective)
1. Scanty; not abundant or plentiful; as, a spare diet.
2. Sparing; frugal; parsimonious; chary. He was spare, but discreet of speech. Carew.
3. Bei...
SPARE
(verb)
1. To use frugally or stintingly, as that which is scarce or valuable; to retain or keep unused; to save. "No cost would he spare." Chaucer. [Thou] th...
Added: October 09, 2025
Updated: October 09, 2025
