rescue

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈɹɛs.kjuː/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

An act or episode of rescuing, saving.

2 Definition

A liberation, freeing.

3 Definition

The forcible ending of a siege; liberation from similar military peril

Example Sentences
  • The rescue of Jerusalem was the original motive of the Crusaders
4 Definition

A special airliner flight to bring home passengers who are stranded

5 Definition

A rescuee.

Example Sentences
  • The dog was a rescue with some behavior issues.
Verb
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

To save from any violence, danger or evil.

Example Sentences
  • The well-trained team rescued everyone after the avalanche.
2 Definition

To free or liberate from confinement or other physical restraint.

Example Sentences
  • to rescue a prisoner from the enemy.
3 Definition

To recover forcibly.

4 Definition

To deliver by arms, notably from a siege.

5 Definition

To remove or withdraw from a state of exposure to evil and sin.

Example Sentences
  • Traditionally missionaries aim to rescue many ignorant heathen souls.
6 Definition

To achieve something positive under difficult conditions.