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