salvage

US /ˈsæl.vɪdʒ/
UK /ˈsæl.vɪdʒ/
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1.

rescue (a wrecked or disabled ship or its cargo) from loss at sea

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They managed to salvage some of the cargo from the sunken ship.
The crew worked tirelessly to salvage the vessel after the storm.
2.

retrieve or preserve something from potential loss or adverse circumstances

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He tried to salvage his reputation after the scandal.
We managed to salvage some furniture from the flooded house.
1.

the rescue of a wrecked or disabled ship or its cargo from loss at sea

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The salvage operation took several weeks due to the rough seas.
The company specializes in marine salvage.
2.

property saved from destruction or loss

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The fire department managed to save some valuable salvage from the burning building.
The company sells industrial salvage for reuse.