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Life-saving

Definition:

The term "life-saving" refers to something that has the potential to prevent death or save a person's life.

Parts of Speech:

• Adjective
• Noun (usually used as a modifier)

Senses:

Adjective:

1. Saving lives:

The adjective "life-saving" describes something that is capable of saving lives or preventing death.

Example sentence: The life-saving drug provided immediate relief for the patient.

Related products: Life-saving drugs

Noun (modifier):

1. A life-saving device:

The noun "life-saving" can also be used as a modifier to describe a device or equipment used in life-saving operations.

Example sentence: The lifeguard threw the life-saving buoy to the struggling swimmer.

Related products: Life-saving buoys

2. A life-saving technique:

The noun "life-saving" can also refer to techniques or methods used to save lives or prevent accidents from turning fatal.

Example sentence: CPR is a life-saving technique used in emergency situations.

Related products: Life-saving techniques