Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reservista

Noun

/ˌrɛzərˈvɪstə/

Definition

A reservista is a person who is a member of a military reserve force, usually called upon to serve during emergencies or times of conflict.

Examples

After completing his military training, he was classified as a reservista.
During the national emergency, many reservistas were activated to assist in various operations.

Meaning

In a broader sense, a reservista can also refer to individuals who are in a reserve status in civil service or other organizations, ready to be activated when necessary.