time–saving

adjective time–sav·ing \ˈtīm-ˌsā-viŋ\

: making it possible to do something quickly : causing something to happen or end faster

Full Definition of TIME-SAVING

: intended or serving to expedite something <time–saving kitchen appliances>

— time–sav·er \-ˌsā-vər\ noun

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1828

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