laborsaving \ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷\adjective 1.: adapted to supersede or diminish labor < laborsaving devices > < a laborsaving plan of work > 2.printing a.: ready cut or cast in multiples of a standard size (as the pica) — used of a rule, slug, or furniture b.: having mortised ends — used of metal furniture