Word Noun
saver
n.
countable
B1 Intermediate US /ˈseɪvɝ/ UK /sˈeɪvɐ/ saver UK spelling savers
Definition
n.a person who regularly puts money aside for the future. It can also describe something that helps you avoid wasting time, money, or effort.
n.a person who accumulates money in a bank account or similar fund rather than spending it. Also refers to a device, method, or person that prevents the waste of a specific resource.
Examples
“She is a careful saver who plans for retirement.”
“The new software is a real time saver for the accounting team because it automates data entry.”
“While high interest rates are difficult for borrowers, they provide a significant benefit to the average saver looking to grow their modest capital over time.”
Usage
Often used in compound nouns like 'time-saver', 'money-saver', or 'life-saver'.
This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
Updated