time-saving

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adjective

time-sav·​ing ˈtīm-ˌsā-viŋ How to pronounce time-saving (audio)
Synonyms of time-savingnext
: intended or serving to expedite something
time-saving kitchen appliances
time-saver
ˈtīm-ˌsā-vər How to pronounce time-saving (audio)
noun

time-saver

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noun

: something that saves time

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Surfaces and nooks and crannies can all be addressed efficiently and thoroughly with this time-saving tool. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026 But many in the medical world see OpenEvidence as a time-saving tool that can improve patient care. — Jared Perlo, NBC news, 13 May 2026 Grab this KitchenAid oven mitt set, food storage containers for meal prep, a time-saving food chopper while they’re discounted too. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 23 June 2026 This time-saving feature helps teams focus on other work and allows non-technical employees to create automations using plain-language prompts. — Gene Marks, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for time-saving

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1812, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of time-saving was in 1812

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“Time-saving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/time-saving. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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time-saving

adjective
time-sav·​ing
ˈtīm-ˌsā-viŋ
: designed to get something done quicker
time-saver
-ˌsā-vər
noun

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