控え — meaning in English
hikae
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English meaning
- backup noun A person, plan, or system kept in reserve in case the main one fails.
- counterfoil noun the part of a cheque that is retained in the chequebook as a record; a stub
- reserve verb To book or set something aside in advance for later use.
- substitute verb To use one thing or person in place of another.
Senses
控え is used for these senses in English:
- backup A reserve or substitute.
- counterfoil the part of a cheque that is retained in the chequebook as a record; a stub
- reserve The act of reserving or keeping back; reservation; exception.
- substitute (sports) A player who is available to replace another if the need arises, and who may or may not actually do so.
backup — full definition
- noun A person, plan, or system kept in reserve in case the main one fails.
- noun A copy of digital files kept separately so the originals can be restored if lost or damaged.
- noun A buildup or blockage that stops something from flowing normally, such as traffic or plumbing.