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Definition rescue in American English

rescue noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
/ˈreskju/
1

an act of saving someone or something from danger, failure, or an unpleasant situation

Example

the dramatic rescue of 24 hostages

Example

The failing company is hoping international banks will come to the rescue.

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1.1

relating to or involved in a rescue

Example

a rescue operation/attempt

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rescue services/workers

Example

a rescue package for the region's troubled economy

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Definition rescue in American English