Il giubbotto di salvataggio
Example: Durante la gita in barca, indossava il giubbotto di salvataggio.
Definition
"Il giubbotto di salvataggio" is a life jacket worn to keep a person afloat in water, typically used in situations involving boats or aircraft emergencies. It is designed to provide buoyancy and increase the chances of survival in case of drowning or water accidents.
Etymology
The phrase "il giubbotto di salvataggio" comes from Italian, where "giubbotto" means a padded jacket and "salvataggio" means rescue or saving. Together, they describe a jacket used for saving lives, particularly in water-related emergencies. Did you know the concept dates back to early life preservers designed for sailors and aviators?
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