Rescuer: meaning, definitions and examples

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rescuer

[ ˈrɛskjuər ]

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emergency response

A person who saves someone or something from a dangerous or difficult situation.

Synonyms

hero, protector, savior

Examples of usage

He was hailed as a hero by the rescuers.
The rescuer pulled the child from the burning building.

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search and rescue

A person who helps search for and save people who are in danger or lost.

Synonyms

first responder, lifesaver, searcher

Examples of usage

The rescuers combed the mountain for the missing hikers.
She trained as a rescuer to help in natural disasters.

Translations

Translations of the word "rescuer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 salvador

🇮🇳 उद्धारकर्ता

🇩🇪 Retter

🇮🇩 penyelamat

🇺🇦 рятувальник

🇵🇱 ratownik

🇯🇵 救助者

🇫🇷 sauveteur

🇪🇸 rescatador

🇹🇷 kurtarıcı

🇰🇷 구조자

🇸🇦 منقذ

🇨🇿 záchranář

🇸🇰 záchranár

🇨🇳 救援者

🇸🇮 reševalec

🇮🇸 björgunarmaður

🇰🇿 құтқарушы

🇬🇪 მაშველი

🇦🇿 xilasedici

🇲🇽 rescatista

Word origin

The word 'rescuer' originated from the Latin word 'rescūtōr' meaning 'one who delivers,' which evolved into Middle English as 'rescuer.' The concept of rescuing has been a fundamental part of human society throughout history, with individuals or groups dedicated to saving others in times of peril or need.