lifesaver

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lifesaver

A lifeguard throws a lifesaver to a struggling swimmer.

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!
lifesaver

A lifeguard throws a lifesaver to a struggling swimmer.

Noun
  1. a life preserver in the form of a ring of buoyant material
  2. an attendant employed at a beach or pool to protect swimmers from accidents

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