"Save scumming" is a term in gaming that refers to repeatedly saving a game, and then reloading it as many times as possible in order to get a preferred result. According to urban dictionary, it was first recorded in 2013, although as with much internet slang, its origins are lost. As can be told by use of the term "scum", the term is derogatory, although probably most gamers have save scummed at some point, and for certain games and conditions, save scumming is a widespread practice.