saver
UK: ˈseɪvə | US: ˈseɪvər
n. a person who saves, rescues, or preserves something
n. (economics) an individual who sets aside money or resources for future use
n. (computing) a program or feature that stores data to prevent loss
The word "saver" combines the verb "save," derived from Old French "sauver" (to protect, rescue), itself from Late Latin "salvare" (to make safe), with the agentive suffix "-er," indicating a person or thing performing the action. The root "save" traces back to Latin "salvus" (safe, unharmed), reflecting the core idea of preservation or protection. Over time, "saver" expanded from literal rescuing (e.g., a lifesaver) to abstract contexts like financial thrift or data storage.
She’s a diligent saver, setting aside 20% of her income every month.
The firefighter was hailed as a hero and a saver of lives.
Enable the auto-saver feature to prevent losing your work.
Energy savers like LED bulbs reduce electricity costs.
The coupon app is a great money-saver for grocery shopping.