ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Saving

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈseɪ.vɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Saving is a noun meaning A reduction in cost or expenditure.

Meaning

A reduction in cost or expenditure.

More Meanings

  1. (countable, usually in the plural) Something (usually money) that is saved, particularly money that has been set aside for the future.
  2. (uncountable) The action of the verb to save.
  3. (law, obsolete) Exception; reservation.
  4. present participle and gerund of save
  5. (theology) That saves someone from damnation; redemptive.
  6. Preserving; rescuing.
  7. Thrifty; frugal.

Example Sentences

I invested all my savings in gold.
saving and transitional provisions
He is the saving strength of his anointed.
The shift of the supplier gave us a saving of 10 percent.

Word Forms

Synonyms for saving

Depending on context, synonyms include save, deliverance, thrifty, economy, preservation, preserving.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include preserving, preservation, rescue, deliverance, redeeming, redemptive.

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