save
Definition
- n. (sports) the act of preventing the opposition from scoring
- v. to keep up and reserve for personal or special use
- v. bring into safety
- v. spend less; buy at a reduced price
Word forms
- Past participle
- saved
- Past tense
- saved
- Present participle
- saving
- Third person singular
- saves
Example sentences
n.
The goalkeeper made an incredible save during the match.
vt.
I want to save money for my vacation next year.
vi.
He tried to save his team by scoring a goal in the last minute.
prep.
Save for the rain, the weather was perfect for a picnic.
计
You need to save your work frequently to avoid losing it.