Life Buoy (Noun)
Meaning
A life preserver in the form of a ring of buoyant material.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Lifeguards always keep life buoys within easy reach when supervising swimming areas with strong currents.
- The Coast Guard tossed a life buoy over the side of their boat to help rescue the stranded sailor.
- She grabbed the handle of the life buoy and let its buoyancy keep her afloat in the choppy sea.
- You can easily recognize a life buoy by its bright orange color and sturdy rope handle.
- Before going for a swim, always make sure that there is a life buoy nearby in case of an emergency.