red cross

• Organización humanitaria internacional que brinda asistencia de emergencia, socorro en desastres y atención médica en conflictos armados y catástrofes naturales. También se refiere al símbolo de la cruz roja sobre fondo blanco, usado para identificar al personal e instalaciones médicas.

An international humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, and medical aid in armed conflicts and natural disasters. Also refers to the symbol of a red cross on a white background used to identify medical personnel and facilities.

1. B1formal

   An international humanitarian organization that provides medical aid and disaster relief, symbolized by a red cross on a white background.

   Cruz Roja

   • The Red Cross sent volunteers to help after the earthquake.
   • She donated blood at the local Red Cross center.
   • The Red Cross emblem is a protected symbol under international law.

2. Symbol or emblemA2formal

   A red cross shape, often used as a symbol for medical aid, first aid, or emergency services.

   cruz roja

   • The first aid kit had a red cross on the front.
   • The ambulance was marked with a large red cross.
   • He wore a red cross armband to show he was a medic.