lifebuoy

A ring-shaped flotation device designed to be thrown to a person in the water to provide buoyancy and to prevent drowning. It differs from an [[innertube]] because it is often made of solid buoyant material (rather than being air-filled) and is colored to maximize visibility in the water. It also may have a provided line to pull the casualty holding onto it.¶
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The term "life buoy" is most common in British English. In American English these are better known as "life preservers".¶
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h4. Examples¶
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* !post #76704739895271¶
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h4. See also¶
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* [[swim ring]] ¶
* [[innertube]]