Meaning of the word lifeboat in English
What does lifeboat mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
lifeboat
US /ˈlaɪf.boʊt/
UK /ˈlaɪf.boʊt/
Noun
1.
a special boat carried on a ship for use in an emergency, or a boat used for rescuing people at sea
Example:
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The crew launched the lifeboat as the ship began to sink.
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The coast guard dispatched a lifeboat to rescue the stranded sailors.
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