lifeboat

• Embarcación resistente y especialmente diseñada para rescatar a personas de un barco que se hunde o en emergencias en el mar.

A strong, specially designed boat used for rescuing people from a sinking ship or for emergency situations at sea.

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   A specially designed, sturdy boat used for rescuing people from a sinking or distressed ship.

   Bote salvavidas

   • The crew launched the lifeboat to rescue the stranded sailors.
   • Every passenger on the cruise ship knows where the lifeboats are located.
   • The lifeboat was equipped with supplies and a radio for emergencies.