spares
plural nounUK /speəz/
US /sperz/
Extra things you keep in case you need them.
He keeps spare batteries in the drawer in case the remote stops working.
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2. The act of saving someone from harm or trouble.
The lifeguard's quick action spares the swimmer from danger.
3. To choose not to hurt or punish someone.
The teacher spares the students extra homework on Fridays.
4. To give or provide something to someone, usually time or money.
She spares a few minutes each morning to water her plants.
5. In bowling, knocking down all the pins with two rolls.
He scored a spare in the fifth frame.