noun
rescuer
REHSK-yoo-uh
Rescuer (noun) means a person who saves someone from danger. Example: “The stranded hikers thanked their rescuers with tears of relief.”
noun
1
A person who saves someone from danger.
"The stranded hikers thanked their rescuers with tears of relief."
How to Use Rescuer
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who carries out a rescue.
Common pairings
brave rescuers
the rescuer's quick action
Word Forms
rescuers plural
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Etymology
From rescue plus the agent ending -er.
Rhymes for rescuer
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What does “rescuer” mean?
The word “rescuer” means a person who saves someone from danger. In plain terms, someone who carries out a rescue.
How do you pronounce “rescuer”?
“Rescuer” is pronounced REHSK-yoo-uh (/ˈɹɛskjuːə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “rescuer” in a sentence?
Here is “rescuer” used in a sentence: “The stranded hikers thanked their rescuers with tears of relief.”
What part of speech is “rescuer”?
“Rescuer” is a noun.