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How to pronounce save
Say it like this: /seɪv/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does save mean?
verbTo prevent harm or difficulty.
“She was saved from drowning by a passer-by.”
To keep (something) safe; to safeguard.
To spare (somebody) (from effort, or from something undesirable).
“I'll save you / That labour, sir. All's now done.”
nounAn instance of preventing (further) harm or difficulty.
In various sports, a block that prevents an opponent from scoring.
“The goaltender made a great save.”
A successful attempt by a relief pitcher to preserve the win of another pitcher on one's team.
“Jones retired seven to earn the save.”
prepExcept; with the exception of.
conjUnless; except.
“Only the parties may institute proceedings, save where the law shall provide otherwise.”
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