lifesaver

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life·sav·er /ˈlaɪfseɪvə $ -ər/ noun [countableC]

1 HELPsomeone or something that helps you avoid a difficult or unpleasant situation 救星，帮助解决困难的人[物]

A microwave oven can be a real lifesaver when you’re pressed for time.

时间紧迫时，微波炉真是个救星。

2 someone or something that prevents you from dying 救命的人[物]

The seat belt is the biggest single lifesaver in cars.

安全带是汽车里最重要的救命装备。

3. DSSa lifeguard 救生员

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lifesaver• His benefits as the spouse of an airline employee would be a lifesaver.• The company's day care service has been a lifesaver for many parents.• He kicked off, towing his burden like a lifesaver.• DeCicco calls the operation a lifesaver.• Surely such a conscientious accomplishment should prove a lifesaver for thousands of animals throughout the world.• Another lifesaver, BobWestcott, remained on duty at the station, but watched through his telescope.• This led into a couple of summers acting as a professional lifesaver during summer vacations from Sheffield University.• The camaraderie was a psychic lifesaver.• The seat belt is the biggest single lifesaver in cars.

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