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Specialized Vehicles Vocabulary - Lifeboat

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Specialized Vehicles Vocabulary
kit
kit
[noun]

a container or case that holds a set of articles or tools

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radio
radio
[noun]

a device used to send and receive voice messages through invisible signals, often for communication in emergencies, transport, or security

Ex: The pilot used the radio to contact the control tower. 
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radio
radio
[noun]

a device used to send and receive voice messages through invisible signals, often for communication in emergencies, transport, or security

Ex: The pilot used the radio to contact the control tower. 
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light
light
[noun]

an object or device that produces brightness, often an electronic item like a lamp

Ex: Can you switch on the light? 
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signal
signal
[noun]

a series of electrical or radio waves carrying data to a radio, television station, or mobile phone

Ex: The satellite transmits a signal to the television station, allowing live broadcasts to be aired. 
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rescuer
rescuer
[noun]

someone who saves a person or animal from a critical or harmful situation

Ex: The rescuer pulled the injured hiker from the mountain. 
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swimmer
swimmer
[noun]

a person who swims for leisure, exercise, or competition

Ex: The swimmer dived into the pool. 
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to assist
to assist
[Verb]

to provide help or support to someone or something

Ex: She will assist with the charity event if needed. 
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fisherman
fisherman
[noun]

a person whose occupation or hobby is catching fish

Ex: The fisherman cast his net into the water, hoping for a good catch. 
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beach
beach
[noun]

an area of sand or small stones next to a sea or a lake

Ex: I buried my feet in the warm sand at the beach. 
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upright
upright
[Adjective]

oriented at 90° to the horizontal plane

Ex: The upright tombstone leaned slightly after the storm. 
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to flip over

turn upside down, or throw so as to reverse

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to self-right

to return upright on its own after tipping over

Ex: The small robot can self-right after falling. 
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lifeboat
lifeboat
[noun]

a boat used for saving people whose lives are at risk at sea

Ex: The crew launched the lifeboats quickly after the ship encountered rough seas. 
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to save
to save
[Verb]

to keep someone or something safe and away from harm, death, etc.

Ex: Lifeguards work tirelessly to save swimmers in distress. 
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danger
danger
[noun]

the likelihood of experiencing harm, damage, or injury

Ex: Drinking and driving poses a danger. 
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sinking
sinking
[noun]

the downward movement of an object through a liquid, especially water, due to gravity or loss of buoyancy

Ex: The boat capsized, leading to its slow sinking into the lake. 
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wave
wave
[noun]

a raised body of water that moves along the surface of a sea, river, lake, etc.

Ex: The children ran towards the shoreline, excited to play in the waves crashing on the beach. 
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storm
storm
[noun]

a strong and noisy event in the sky with heavy rain, thunder, lightning, and strong winds

Ex: After the storm, they found a fallen tree blocking the road. 
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bad weather

unfavorable atmospheric conditions that can cause discomfort, inconvenience, or hazards

Ex: The flight was delayed due to bad weather in the region. 
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wooden
wooden
[Adjective]

made of a hard material that forms the branches and trunks of trees

Ex: The dining table was crafted from sturdy wooden planks, adding warmth to the room. 
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over the years

throughout a period of several years

Ex: She has gained a lot of wisdom over the years. 
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to handle
to handle
[Verb]

(of a vehicle) to behave or respond in a particular way when being driven or controlled

Ex: The car handles smoothly on rough roads. 
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material
material
[noun]

a substance from which things can be made

Ex: Steel is a strong and durable material commonly used in the manufacturing of buildings, vehicles, and machinery. 
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metal
metal
[noun]

a usually solid and hard substance that heat and electricity can move through, such as gold, iron, etc.

Ex: Iron is a commonly used metal in construction and manufacturing. 
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plastic
plastic
[noun]

a light substance produced in a chemical process that can be formed into different shapes when heated

Ex: Many household items, such as containers and toys, are made from plastic. 
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emergency
emergency
[noun]

an unexpected and usually dangerous situation needing immediate attention or action

Ex: The lifeguard quickly responded to the emergency when a swimmer began struggling in the water. 
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coast guard

a national organization that protects a country's coasts and waters, helps with rescues at sea, and enforces laws on the water

Ex: The coast guard rescued five people from the sinking boat. 
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rescue team

a group of trained individuals responsible for locating, assisting, and saving people in dangerous or emergency situations

Ex: The rescue team arrived quickly to help the stranded hikers. 
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to lower
to lower
[Verb]

to move something or someone to a position that is closer to the ground

Ex: The construction workers used a crane to lower the steel beams into place for the new building. 
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engine
engine
[noun]

the part of a vehicle that uses a particular fuel to make the vehicle move

Ex: The mechanic repaired the engine of the car, which had been making strange noises. 
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rough water

turbulent or choppy water conditions caused by strong winds, currents, or storms

Ex: The boat struggled to stay steady in the rough water. 
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safety
safety
[noun]

the condition of being protected and not affected by any potential risk or threat

Ex: The company prioritizes safety by regularly inspecting equipment and training employees to avoid accidents. 
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life jacket

a special type of vest worn to help keep a person afloat in water, especially in case of an emergency

Ex: The children put on their life jackets before boarding the kayak. 
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rope
rope
[noun]

a long, flexible cord made by twisting together strands of fibers, wire, or other material, used for tying, pulling, or supporting things

Ex: The climber tied the rope securely before beginning the ascent. 
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first aid
first aid
[noun]

a basic medical treatment given to someone in an emergency before they are taken to the hospital

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