1. People trained to rescue people from drowning, typically employed at beaches or swimming pools
The lifesavers patrolled the beach all summer long.
Os salva-vidas patrulhavam a praia o verão inteiro.
2. Things or people that help you out of a difficult situation; rescue or relief
These discount coupons are absolute lifesavers when money is tight.
Estes cupons de desconto são verdadeiros salva-vidas quando o dinheiro está curto.
3. Hard candies with a hole in the center (brand name Lifesavers)
The children were eating lifesavers as they watched the movie.
As crianças estavam comendo os doces de hortelã enquanto assistiam ao filme.