noun
- money saved over a long period, typically for future use or emergencies
Usage: usually plural; often used with 'life' to emphasize accumulated savings over a lifetime
Examples
- She spent her lifesavings on a house.
- He lost his lifesavings in a bad investment.
- The family used their lifesavings to pay for medical bills.
- After years of work, his lifesavings finally allowed him to retire.
- They put their lifesavings into starting a small business.