a rope or line used for life-saving, typically one thrown to rescue someone in difficulties in water or one used by sailors to secure themselves to a boat
救生索。
a line used by a diver for sending signals to the surface
(潜水员的)信号索。
〈喻〉 惟一的出路,继续生存所必需的出路;摆脱困境的手段
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fertility treatment can seem like a lifeline to childless couples .对没有孩子的夫妇来说,不孕症的治疗可能是惟一的希望。
〈英〉 求救电话。
(in palmistry)a line on the palm of a person's hand, regarded as indicating how long they will live
(手相术中所说的手掌上的)寿命线。
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throw a lifeline to (或throw someone a lifeline ) provide (someone) with a means of escaping from a difficult situation 向某人提供脱离困境的手段