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/seɪvd/
Meaning & Definition
verb
past tense of save; to have kept safe or rescued from harm or danger.
He saved his friends from drowning by pulling them to shore.
to have set aside for future use or protection.
She saved a portion of her salary each month for her retirement.
to have made a sacrifice or effort to avoid waste or loss.
They saved the leftover food for another meal.
adjective
protected, kept from harm or suffering.
After the rescue operation, all the saved animals were taken to a wildlife rehabilitation center.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English 'safian' meaning 'to save, to keep safe'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
saved by the bell:
Rescued from a difficult situation just in time.
save face:
To maintain one's dignity or reputation.
save one's breath:
To avoid wasting effort on something pointless.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
To do something at the last minute to avoid disaster.
I saved my project at the last second.
To preserve a good situation or relationship.
They saved their friendship after the argument.