salvor

Meanings

• A person or vessel that saves or rescues.

  - "The salvor bravely rescued the drowning passengers."
  - "The salvor vessel arrived just in time to save the stranded sailors."

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Rhymes

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salivate , validate , sanctify , hibernate

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Homophones

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1. ["salve", "a medicament or ointment, or a soothing application."]
   

2. ["sallow", "yellow and wan, or having a yellowish or sickly cast of complexion"]
   

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Variants

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salve , salved , salves , salving , salvor , salvors

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Forms

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The verb 'to salvor' is infrequently used in modern English, but it can be formed by adding the suffix '-or' to the base verb 'to save'. Thus, 'to salvor' means 'to save (someone or something) with exceptional skill or expertise'. However, it's important to note that the verb 'to salvor' is very rare and almost never used in modern English. Instead, the more common verbs 'to save' or 'to rescue' should be used instead.

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Etymology

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From the Latin salvare 'to save'

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Related Concepts

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1. Lifesaver: A person or device that saves or preserves life.

2. Rescuer: A person or team that rescues or saves someone or something from danger or harm.

3. First Aid: The emergency care and treatment given to an injured or ill person before professional medical assistance is available or until the person can be transported to a hospital or doctor's office.

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Culture

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In various cultures, salvors have played significant roles. For instance, in ancient Greece, the goddess Rhea was often depicted as a savior, especially after childbirth. In modern times, salvors have been honored with various awards and recognition, such as the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea, or the United States Coast Guard's (USCG) Gold Lifesaving Medal.

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