savefile

noun

UK /ˈseɪvfaɪl/

US /ˈseɪvfaɪl/

A savefile is a computer file that keeps your game progress so you can play again later.

I copied my savefile to a USB stick so I wouldn't lose my game.

SYNONYMS

save saved game game save save data checkpoint file

RELATED WORDS

game file backup progress memory card

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A file that stores the current state of a program so it can be reopened later.

The editor writes a savefile every five minutes in case of a crash.

3. A document used to record saved settings or preferences.

Delete the old savefile if the app keeps opening with the wrong settings.

4. A backup copy of data kept for safety.

Keep a savefile of your project on an external drive.