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sav·ing [ sáyving ]

noun (plural sav·ings)

Definition:

1. something kept from being used: an amount of time or money that is not spent or used

a saving of ten percent

2. amount saved: a particular amount of money saved by buying the equivalent at a lower rate

3. rescue from danger: rescue of somebody or something from harm or danger

4. law legal exception: an exception or reservation in law

preposition,

conj

Definition:

( literary )
Same as except (sense 1)

Word Usage


	saving or savings? Savings means "money saved," as in Substantial savings help provide a secure retirement. In this sense it takes a plural verb. On the other hand, savings is commonly used with a singular verb to mean "a particular amount of money saved by buying the equivalent at a lower rate," as in A savings of $3,000 was gained during the transaction. This usage undoubtedly has its origins in the well-established expressions a savings and loan association, a savings bank, and a savings account. However, some people still prefer saving in the singular in this context: A saving of $3,000 was gained during the transaction.