Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
salvor
noun
/ˈsæl.vər/
Definition
A salvor is a person or organization that assists in saving a ship, its cargo, or its crew from danger, especially during maritime emergencies.
Examples
- The salvor worked tirelessly to recover the sunken treasure from the ocean floor.
- After the storm damaged the cargo ship, a salvor was dispatched to assist with the rescue operations.
- Being a salvor requires both skill and experience to navigate dangerous situations at sea.
Meaning
The term ‘salvor’ typically refers to someone engaged in salvage operations, which involve recovering property from a shipwreck or accident.
Synonyms
- rescuer
- salvage operator
- marine salvager
