lifesaver
Definition
Noun: 1. A life preserver in the form of a ring: A flotation device, typically made of buoyant material like cork or plastic, designed to be thrown to a person in danger of drowning to keep them afloat. 2. A person who prevents accidents, especially a professional rescuer: An attendant, often at a beach or swimming pool, whose job is to ensure the safety of swimmers and rescue them if necessary. 3. Someone or something that provides crucial help in a difficult situation (figurative): A person or thing that saves someone from a problem or crisis.
Usage Examples
- As a flotation device:
- The sailor threw the lifesaver to the man who had fallen overboard.
- All boats must carry an adequate number of lifesavers.
- As a professional rescuer:
- The lifesaver blew his whistle and sprinted into the water to rescue the struggling swimmer.
- He worked as a lifesaver at the community pool every summer.
- In a figurative sense:
- Your loan was a real lifesaver when my car broke down.
- This new software update is a lifesaver; it fixed all the bugs.
Advanced Usage
- "To be a lifesaver": To be extremely helpful in resolving a critical problem.
- Can you pick up the kids from school? You'd be a lifesaver!
Variants and Related Words
- Life preserver (noun): A more general term for any device used to prevent drowning, which can include rings, jackets, or belts.
- Lifeguard (noun): A more common modern synonym for the person employed to protect swimmers. ("Lifesaver" is still used, especially in certain regions like Australia).
- Lifebuoy (noun): Another term for a ring-shaped life preserver.
Synonyms
- Rescuer: A person who saves someone from a dangerous or distressing situation.
- Savior: A person who saves someone or something from danger.
- Aid / Help: Assistance or support.
Related Phrases
- Throw someone a lifeline: To provide help to someone who is in a difficult situation (can be literal or figurative).
- The scholarship threw her a lifeline, allowing her to continue her studies.
Related Idioms
- A knight in shining armor: Someone who comes to your rescue in a difficult situation (similar to the figurative use of "lifesaver").
- Thanks for fixing my computer. You're my knight in shining armor!
Noun
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a life preserver in the form of a ring of buoyant material
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an attendant employed at a beach or pool to protect swimmers from accidents
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