Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
put-by
Noun
/ˈpʊt.baɪ/
Definition
An amount of money set aside for future use.
Examples
- She has a put-by for her vacation next year.
- It’s always wise to have a put-by in case of unexpected bills.
- After years of saving, his put-by finally allowed him to buy a house.
Meaning
The term ‘put-by’ refers to a savings practice where money is reserved for later expenditure, often for emergencies or planned purchases.
Synonyms
- savings
- reserve
- fund
- nest egg
