saving

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈseɪvɪŋ/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

A reduction in cost or expenditure.

Example Sentences
  • The shift of the supplier gave us a saving of 10 percent.
2 Definition

(usually in the plural) Something (usually money) that is saved, particularly money that has been set aside for the future.

Example Sentences
  • I invested all my savings in gold.
3 Definition

The action of the verb to save.

4 Definition

Exception; reservation

Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To prevent harm or difficulty.

2 Definition

To put aside, to avoid.

Adjective
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

That saves someone from damnation; redemptive.

2 Definition

Preserving; rescuing.

3 Definition

Thrifty; frugal.

Example Sentences
  • a saving cook
4 Definition

Bringing back in returns or in receipts the sum expended; incurring no loss, though not gainful.

Example Sentences
  • The ship has made a saving voyage.
5 Definition

Making reservation or exception.

Example Sentences
  • a saving clause
6 Definition

(in compound adjectives) relating to making a saving: e.g. labour-saving, energy-saving light bulbs.

Preposition
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

With the exception of; except; save.

2 Definition

Without disrespect to.