lifeguard
Definition
Noun: A person employed at a swimming pool, beach, or other aquatic facility to ensure the safety of swimmers by preventing accidents, providing assistance, and performing rescues if necessary.
Usage
The word "lifeguard" is used to refer to the person responsible for safety in a swimming area. It is typically used as a countable noun. * You should always swim where a lifeguard is on duty. * The lifeguard blew the whistle to warn the swimmers of the strong current. * She worked as a lifeguard at the community pool during the summer.
Examples
- The lifeguard jumped into the water to rescue the struggling child.
- Before diving in, check for the posted signs and the lifeguard station.
- To become a certified lifeguard, you must complete training in first aid and water rescue techniques.
Advanced Usage
- "to lifeguard" (verb, less common): To work as or perform the duties of a lifeguard.
- She lifeguards at the beach every weekend.
Variants and Related Words
- Lifeguarding (noun): The activity or profession of working as a lifeguard.
- Lifeguarding requires constant vigilance and quick reflexes.
- Lifesaver: While often used synonymously in casual conversation, a "lifesaver" can more broadly refer to anything or anyone that saves a life, not exclusively a professional at a swimming area. A "lifeguard" is a specific type of professional lifesaver.
Synonyms
- Attendant: (in this specific context) A person employed to provide a service, here specifically for safety.
- Rescuer: A person who saves someone from a dangerous or distressing situation. This is a more general term.
Related Phrases
- Lifeguard stand/tower: The elevated chair or station from which a lifeguard watches over the swimming area.
- The lifeguard scanned the pool from the lifeguard stand.
- Lifeguard on duty: A phrase indicating that a lifeguard is currently present and responsible for safety.
- Please only swim when a lifeguard is on duty.
Noun
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an attendant employed at a beach or pool to protect swimmers from accidents
