lifesaver

/ˌlaɪfˈseɪvər/
/ˈlaɪfseɪvə/
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Other forms: lifesavers

Definitions of lifesaver
  1. noun
    a life preserver in the form of a ring of buoyant material
    synonyms: life belt, life buoy, life ring
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    types:
    breeches buoy
    a life buoy in the form of a ring with short breeches for support; used to transfer people from a ship
    type of:
    flotation device, life preserver, preserver
    rescue equipment consisting of a buoyant belt or jacket to keep a person from drowning
  2. noun
    an attendant employed at a beach or pool to protect swimmers from accidents
    synonyms: lifeguard
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    type of:
    attendant, attender, tender
    someone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another
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