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salvavides

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Catalan

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Etymology

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Verb-object compound, composed of salva (to save) +‎ vides (lives).

Pronunciation

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Noun

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salvavides m (invariable)

  1. life buoy, life preserver
    Synonym: cèrcol salvavides
  2. (transport) cowcatcher (of a train), fender (of a tram)
  3. Clipping of bot salvavides (lifeboat).

Derived terms

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Noun

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salvavides m or f by sense (invariable)

  1. lifeguard
    Synonym: socorrista

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