To save
Example: He saves money for future expenses and plans
Definition
"To save" means to keep money, resources, or time for future use rather than spending or using them immediately. It involves setting aside something valuable with the intention of preserving it for later needs or plans, like when he saves money for future expenses.
Etymology
The word "to save" comes from the Old French 'sauver,' which originated from the Latin 'salvāre,' meaning to keep safe or rescue. Did you know that its roots are connected to the idea of health and safety, which is why saving something means protecting it for the future?
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"To save" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 116 commonly used words.
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