Saved: meaning, definitions and examples

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saved

 

[ seษชvd ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

data storage

Preserved for future use; kept safe and sound.

Synonyms

archived, backed up, stored.

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Word Description / Examples
saved

This word is often used in everyday situations when you want to keep a file or data for future use on your computer or device. It implies you are actively preserving something from being lost.

  • I saved my work before shutting down the computer.
  • Make sure to save the changes to the document.
stored

This word is more general and can be used in both everyday and professional contexts. It refers to placing data or items in a specific location for future use without the implications of permanence or frequency.

  • The data is stored in the cloud for easy access.
  • I stored the books in the basement.
archived

This term is usually used in professional or formal settings and involves storing files or data that are not frequently used but might be needed for future reference. It often suggests long-term storage in a systematic way.

  • The old project reports have been archived for future reference.
  • Emails older than two years are automatically archived.
backed up

This phrase is used when referring to creating a copy of data to protect against loss or corruption. It is commonly used in IT and data management contexts.

  • All important files should be backed up regularly to prevent data loss.
  • I backed up my phone contacts before resetting the device.

Examples of usage

  • Your saved files are located in the 'Documents' folder.
  • Make sure to click 'Save' before closing the document.
Context #2 | Noun

computing

A copy of a file or document that is stored for future reference or use.

Synonyms

backup, copy, duplicate.

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saved

Generally used to indicate that information or data has been securely stored and can be retrieved later.

  • I saved my work on the computer to avoid losing it.
  • All changes are automatically saved every five minutes.
backup

Commonly used in reference to a secondary copy of data created to safeguard against data loss.

  • Make a backup of your files before updating the software.
  • The IT department performs weekly backups of the entire system.
copy

Used to refer to an exact reproduction of an original document or file, typically for sharing or duplicating purposes.

  • I need a copy of that report for the meeting.
  • She made a copy of the document and sent it to her manager.
duplicate

Often implies creating an identical version of something, with a formal or technical nuance. Sometimes can have a negative meaning if it indicates redundancy.

  • He accidentally created a duplicate of the record in the database.
  • Please duplicate this form for all attendees.

Examples of usage

  • Don't forget to create a backup save of your important documents.
  • The system automatically creates a save every hour.

Translations

Translations of the word "saved" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น salvo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคนเฅ‡เคœเคพ เค—เคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช gerettet

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ diselamatkan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฑะตั€ะตะถะตะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zapisany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไฟๅญ˜ใ•ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sauvรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ guardado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kaydedildi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ €์žฅ๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุญููˆุธ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uloลพenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ uloลพenรฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไฟๅญ˜็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ shranjeno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vistaรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐา›ั‚ะฐะปา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ”แƒœแƒแƒฎแƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ saxlanฤฑlฤฑb

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ guardado

Etymology

The word 'saved' originates from the Middle English word 'saven', which comes from the Old French word 'sauver', meaning 'to protect, keep safe'. The concept of saving data has been essential since the early days of computing, with the term 'save' being widely used in various digital contexts.

See also: autosave, save, saver, saving, savings, savior, unsaved.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,852, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.