Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cancel-a-reservation

verb phrase
/ˈkæn.səl ə ˌrɛz.ərˈveɪ.ʃən/
Definition
To officially annul a previously made booking or appointment.
Examples
  • We had to cancel our reservation due to unexpected circumstances.
  • If you need to cancel a reservation, please call the service provider.
  • She decided to cancel her reservation because of the bad weather.
Meaning
When someone decides not to go ahead with a reservation they had earlier secured, such as a hotel, flight, or restaurant booking.
Synonyms
  • revoke a booking
  • void a reservation
  • annul a booking
  • call off a reservation