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spare

/ˈspɛə(ɹ)/
noun

  1. The act of sparing; moderation; restraint.

  2. Parsimony; frugal use.

  3. An opening in a petticoat or gown; a placket.

adjective

  1. Scant; not abundant or plentiful.

    "a spare diet"

  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.

    "I have no spare time."

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