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Lifeboat

Noun

1. A sturdy boat designed for use in emergency situations, capable of carrying a large number of people to safety.

Sample sentence: Every ship should have sufficient lifeboats to accommodate all passengers and crew.

Noun

2. A small boat carried on board a larger vessel as a precautionary measure in case of an emergency.

Sample sentence: The crew practiced launching the lifeboat to ensure they were prepared for any unforeseen circumstances.

Noun

3. A boat used in the sport of rowing, typically for racing or training purposes.

Sample sentence: The rowing team spent countless hours practicing in their lifeboats to improve their speed and technique.

Verb

1. To transfer people or goods from a sinking or damaged vessel to a lifeboat for rescue.

Sample sentence: The coastguard swiftly lifeboated the survivors from the sinking ship.

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