Savable: meaning, definitions and examples

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savable

 

[ ˈseɪvəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general use

Savable refers to something that can be saved, preserved, or rescued from loss, damage, or destruction. This term is often used in various contexts, including computing, where it describes files or data that can be retained for future use. In broader terms, it can also apply to situations or relationships that have the potential for recovery or improvement. The concept of being savable highlights the possibility of maintaining value or utility despite challenges.

Synonyms

preservable, recoverable, rescuable

Examples of usage

  • The document is savable even after the crash.
  • There are savable aspects to this broken relationship.
  • Make sure to save your work; it's important to ensure it's savable.

Translations

Translations of the word "savable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 salvável

🇮🇳 बचाने योग्य

🇩🇪 rettbar

🇮🇩 dapat diselamatkan

🇺🇦 зберігаємий

🇵🇱 zapisany

🇯🇵 保存可能な

🇫🇷 sauvegardable

🇪🇸 salvable

🇹🇷 kurtarılabilir

🇰🇷 저장 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل للحفظ

🇨🇿 uchopitelný

🇸🇰 zachovateľný

🇨🇳 可保存的

🇸🇮 shranljiv

🇮🇸 sniðugur

🇰🇿 сақталатын

🇬🇪 შენახვადი

🇦🇿 saxlanıla bilən

🇲🇽 salvable

Word origin

The term 'savable' is derived from the verb 'save', which comes from the Old French 'sauver', originating from the Latin 'salvare', meaning 'to save, preserve, or deliver'. The suffix '-able' is used to form adjectives meaning 'capable of being' or 'worthy of being', indicating the potential for an action or condition. The combination reflects the idea of something being capable of being saved or preserved. The use of 'savable' has gained popularity particularly in technological contexts, especially with the rise of digital data storage and the importance of data recovery, making it relevant in discussions around software and file management.