savings

US /ˈseɪ·vɪŋz/

UK /ˈseɪ·vɪŋz/

1.

money one has saved, especially through a bank or investment plan

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She put all her savings into a new house.

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He has a substantial amount of savings.

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funds reserves nest egg capital assets

2.

a reduction in the amount of money, time, or effort spent

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Buying in bulk offers significant savings.

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The new system led to a saving of 10 hours per week.

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economy reduction cutback gain benefit

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save saving save as save up life-saving savings account energy-saving