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salving


Meanings
  • The act of saving or preserving something, such as a life, property, or the environment.

    - "During the storm, the sailor managed to save the ship from sinking."
    - "By wearing a helmet and a protective vest, the firefighter was able to save his life while battling the flames."
    - "The environmental activists organized a campaign to save the rainforest from being destroyed by logging companies."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with salving
saving , gaving , raving , paving , staving , levying , beveling , waveling , shelving , reviving , thriving , surviving , recovering , progressing , advancing , improving , developing
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,
  1. saving, saving meaning 'preserving, protecting', saving meaning 'putting aside, setting aside, reserving, keeping for future use', saving meaning 'making money, earning a profit, making a living', saving meaning 'redeeming, exchanging for something of equal or greater value, ransoming'


Variants
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salve , salved , salves , salving , salvor , salvors
Forms
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Salving as a verb: to save, preserve, protect, rescue, redeem, or exchange something for something of equal or greater value. Salving as a noun: the act of saving, preserving, protecting, rescuing, redeeming, or exchanging something for something of equal or greater value. Salving as an adjective: pertaining to the act of saving, preserving, protecting, rescuing, redeeming, or exchanging something for something of equal or greater value.


Etymology
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From Old English sealfian, sealfian meaning 'to save, preserve', from sealf, sealf meaning 'life, person, self'.


Related Concepts
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  1. Preservation: The act of preserving or keeping something in a good condition. This can be achieved through various means such as storing in a cool, dry place, using preservatives or other protective measures, or simply being careful not to damage or spoil the item.

  2. Protection: The act of protecting or shielding something or someone from harm or danger. This can be achieved through various means such as using physical barriers or protective gear, being cautious and alert to potential threats, or seeking help and support from others.

  3. Safeguarding: The act of safeguarding or protecting something or someone, especially in a formal or institutional context. This can include measures such as conducting risk assessments, implementing policies and procedures to mitigate risks, providing training and support to staff and volunteers, and engaging with stakeholders and the wider community to promote awareness and understanding of safeguarding issues.


Culture
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In various cultures, saving or preserving something is a valued act. For instance, in some African cultures, ancestors are revered and their relics are carefully preserved. Similarly, in Hinduism, the concept of 'dharma' or righteousness, includes the act of preserving and protecting the environment and all living beings.

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