time-saving

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 noun

Examples of time-saving in a Sentence

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These aren’t the only time-saving gadgets worth your attention. Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025 Yet, for all their time-saving benefits, some slow-cooker recipes can be deceivingly complicated, still requiring you to sauté or cook some of the components before adding them to the slow cooker. Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2025 The time-saving accessory is also a space-saver, with nesting and stackable parts for easy storage. Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Nov. 2025 Here's how to perfect your Thanksgiving turkey with three easy methods and time-saving tips. Staff, FOXNews.com, 25 Nov. 2025 Drivers of this include time-saving, good value and 24/7 availability. Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 21 Nov. 2025 Travelers are always on the lookout for time-saving tips, and there is no more important time for a solid travel hack than during a delay or flight cancellation. Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 27 Oct. 2025 Fullstar Veggie Chopper, $27 with Prime This time-saving tool has racked up more than 89,000 perfect ratings from Amazon shoppers. Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025 Loyalty shopper’s card, the digital membership program, and Ralph’s gas can all help consumers save a few bucks, but shopping pickup and delivery services offer major time-saving and convenience for shoppers in a rush or unable to get to the supermarket. Shawn Price, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1812, in the meaning defined above

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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 4 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

time-saving

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

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