lifesaver

UK
/ˈlaɪfˌseɪ.və/
US
/ˈlaɪfˌseɪ.vɚ/

Translations

lifesavernoun
lifesavers
pl
UK
/ˈlaɪfˌseɪ.və/
US
/ˈlaɪfˌseɪ.vɚ/
The lifeguard was a real lifesaver when he rescued the drowning swimmer.
Спасатель был настоящим спасателем, когда спас тонущего пловца.
спасательный круг
The lifesaver was thrown to the person struggling in the water.
Спасательный круг был брошен человеку, который боролся в воде.
Additional translations
lifesaveradjective
UK
/ˈlaɪfˌseɪvə/
US
/ˈlaɪfˌseɪvər/
Used attributively to qualify another noun as providing critical help or rescue.

Definitions

lifesavernoun
A person who rescues another from danger or harm, especially from drowning.
The lifeguard was hailed as a lifesaver after pulling the child from the pool.
Something that provides crucial help in a difficult situation.
The portable charger was a lifesaver during the long power outage.
A type of candy, typically round with a hole in the middle, known for its fruit flavors.
She always kept a pack of Lifesavers in her purse for a quick sweet treat.
lifesaveradjective
Providing crucial help or relief in a difficult or dangerous situation; lifesaving.
The phone’s lifesaver feature automatically calls emergency services after a crash.