Meaning & Definition of word "Save"

Save

/seɪv/

1. An act of saving something or someone.
- Example: His quick thinking made for a remarkable save during the game.
2. A portion of money that is saved or set aside.
- Example: She had a nice save in her bank account for emergencies.

1. To keep safe or rescue from harm or danger.
- Example: The lifeguard jumped in to save the drowning swimmer.
2. To prevent someone or something from experiencing something unpleasant.
- Example: I saved him from the embarrassment of forgetting his speech.
3. To store data or information for future use.
- Example: Make sure to save your work before closing the document.
4. To spend less or to refrain from wasting.
- Example: She decided to save money by cooking at home instead of eating out.

Middle English: from Old French 'sauver', from Latin 'salvare', from 'salvus' meaning 'safe'.

save face:

to maintain one's dignity or self-respect.

save the day:

to prevent a disaster or failure.

better safe than sorry:

it's wiser to be cautious than to take risks.

save for a rainy day:

to keep money for future unexpected expenses.

save time:

to do something in a way that takes less time.

saver:

a person who saves money, especially in a bank.

safety:

the condition of being protected from or unlikely to cause danger, risk, or injury.

salvation:

the act of saving or protecting from harm.

Meaning: to help someone out of a tough situation.

Example Sentence: He really saved my butt when he lent me his notes.

Meaning: to put something away for the future or for emergency use.

Example Sentence: I just saved some cash for the concert next month.