reserves

noun
UK /rɪˈzɜːvz/
US /rɪˈzɝːvz/

Things you keep to use later when you need them.

The squirrel keeps reserves of nuts for the winter.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Soldiers who are not on active duty but can be called when needed.

He serves in the army reserves on weekends.

3. A protected area of land set aside for nature or wildlife.

The forest reserves protect many rare birds.

4. Money kept by a bank or company for future needs.

The bank holds large cash reserves.

5. A supply of a natural resource still in the ground.

The country has huge oil reserves.