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The correct spelling is spare.
How to pronounce spare
/ˈspɛə(ɹ)/
nounIPA: /ˈspɛə(ɹ)/
Say it like: Spa-re
The correct spelling is spare. The act of sparing; moderation; restraint. For example: "a spare diet"
Usage Examples
“a spare diet”
“I have no spare time.”
“a spare anchor; a spare bed or room”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The act of sparing; moderation; restraint.
- 2.Parsimony; frugal use.
- 3.An opening in a petticoat or gown; a placket.
- 4.That which has not been used or expended.
- 5.A spare part, especially a spare tire.
adjective
- 1.Scant; not abundant or plentiful.
- 2.Sparing; frugal; parsimonious; not spending much money.
- 3.Being more than what is necessary, or what must be used or reserved; not wanted, or not used; superfluous.
- 4.Held in reserve, to be used in an emergency.
- 5.Lean; lacking flesh; meager; thin; gaunt.
verb
- 1.To show mercy.
- 2.To keep.
- 3.To give up To deprive oneself of, as by being frugal; to do without; to dispense with; to give up; to part with.
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