breeches buoy

Noun

Meaning

a life buoy in the form of a ring with short breeches for support; used to transfer people from a ship

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

parachute lifeboat buoy lifeline safety belt life jacket life buoy ejection seat lost the breeches buoy

Hypernyms

lifesaver life buoy life belt life ring

Close letter words and terms

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