spot-saving order

noun

UK /ˈspɒt ˌseɪvɪŋ ˈɔːdə/

US /ˈspɑːt ˌseɪvɪŋ ˈɔːrdər/

A spot-saving order is a rule that tells someone to keep a place safe for another person.

The teacher gave a spot-saving order so the new student would have a seat at lunch.

SYNONYMS

place-keeping rule reservation order seat-holding instruction spot-reserving directive

RELATED WORDS

reservation placeholder queue turn-taking priority

OTHER MEANINGS

2. An instruction in a game or contest to hold a position for a teammate.

The coach issued a spot-saving order to keep the goal open for the returning player.

3. A formal request to set aside a parking or loading space temporarily.

The delivery company filed a spot-saving order for the loading zone.

4. A military command to guard a specific location until relieved.

The sergeant gave a spot-saving order to hold the ridge until dawn.