reservation
UK: ˌrezəˈveɪʃn | US: ˌrezərˈveɪʃn
n. 1. An arrangement to secure something (e.g., a seat, room, or service) in advance.
n. 2. A doubt or qualification about a plan, idea, or statement.
n. 3. A tract of land set aside for a specific purpose, especially for Indigenous peoples.
The word "reservation" traces back to Latin reservare ("to keep back"), combining re- (indicating repetition or backward action) and servare ("to keep, guard"). The term evolved through Old French reservation into Middle English, initially meaning "the act of withholding." Over time, it expanded to include the modern senses of "advance booking" (keeping something for future use) and "land set aside" (keeping land for a specific group). The logical progression reflects the core idea of "holding back" or "preserving."
I made a dinner reservation for seven o'clock.
She accepted the job offer without reservation.
The treaty established a reservation for the tribe.
His tone carried a hint of reservation about the plan.
The hotel requires a credit card to hold your reservation.