saver
saver Lexical Profile
saver Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A person who regularly sets aside money for future use rather than spending it immediately.
"Rising interest rates have been welcome news for disciplined savers with bank deposits."
Something, such as a device, strategy, or discounted ticket, that reduces the expenditure of time, money, or effort (often used in combination).
"Buying a programmable slow cooker proved to be a tremendous time saver on busy weeknights."
A person who rescues someone or something from harm, danger, or loss.
"The quick-thinking lifeguard was hailed as a life saver by everyone at the beach."
Word Nuance & Usage
Do not confuse 'saver' (one who saves money or rescues others) with 'savior' (primarily used in religious or dramatic contexts for a deliverer) or 'savor' (a characteristic taste or smell).
• Rhymes for saver
Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in Middle English from the verb 'save' (from Old French 'sauver', ultimately from Latin 'salvare', meaning 'to make safe') combined with the agentive suffix '-er'.