Save (verb)

1. To rescue from harm, danger, or loss.
2. To keep safe, intact, or unhurt.
3. To prevent from being lost, wasted, or destroyed.
4. To keep money, resources, or time for future use.
5. To set aside or reserve for future use.

Origin:

Middle english saven, from old english sæfian; akin to old high german sāfan to save, latin salvare to save, salus health, safety.

Examples:

1. He saved the child from drowning.
2. He saved the documents from the fire.
3. She saved her money for a new car.
4. He saved his strength for the final round.
5. The company saved the project by cutting costs.