SAVES
/seɪvz/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of SAVES
In various sports, a block that prevents an opponent from scoring.
"The goaltender made a great save."
When a relief pitcher comes into a game leading by 3 points (runs) or less, and his team wins while continually being ahead.
"Jones retired seven to earn the save."
A point in a professional wrestling match when one or more wrestlers run to the ring to aid a fellow wrestler who is being beaten.
"The giant wrestler continued to beat down his smaller opponent, until several wrestlers ran in for the save."
To prevent harm or difficulty.
To put aside, to avoid.
Examples of SAVES in a Sentence
- "The goaltender made a great save."
- "Jones retired seven to earn the save."
- "The giant wrestler continued to beat down his smaller opponent, until several wrestlers ran in for the save."
Word Details
Is SAVES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SAVES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SAVES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SAVES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | a | v | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SAVES
19 words from the letters in SAVES
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use SAVES in Word Games
SAVES is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SAVES is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble SAVES to find 19 additional valid words.