red cross

• Organização humanitária internacional que presta assistência emergencial, socorro em desastres e atendimento médico em conflitos armados e catástrofes. Também se refere ao símbolo de uma cruz vermelha em fundo branco, usado para identificar pessoal e instalações 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.

   Organização humanitária

   • 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 Vermelha

   • 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.