savepoint
nounUK /ˈseɪv.pɔɪnt/
US /ˈseɪv.pɔɪnt/
A savepoint is a spot in a game where you can save your progress and come back later.
I always stop at the savepoint before fighting the boss.
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2. In computing, a point in a transaction where the database can be rolled back to without undoing the whole transaction.
The database rolled back to the savepoint after the error.
3. A moment in a project or process where the current state is recorded so work can resume from there.
We set a savepoint in the document before making big edits.
4. A designated place in a game world where the player can store their progress.
The savepoint glowed blue near the castle entrance.