Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

life-raft

noun
/ˈlaɪf ræft/
Definition
A lightweight inflatable raft designed for emergency use in water, typically used on ships for safety purposes.
Examples
  • During the drill, the crew demonstrated how to inflate a life-raft.
  • In the event of an emergency, always be sure to locate the nearest life-raft.
Meaning
A safety device that provides support and flotation for people in the water in case of an emergency, such as a shipwreck.
Synonyms
  • rescue raft
  • survival raft
  • emergency raft