life vest

noun

1. life jacket.

Word History and Origins

Origin of life vest¹

An Americanism dating back to 1910–15

Example Sentences

February saw a major raid where boats, engines, life vests and flotation devices for children were seized in Germany with 19 arrests - but these were made under Belgian and French judicial orders.

From BBC

Winter had put a life vest on the dog resembling a shark, with a dorsal fin protruding from its back.

From Los Angeles Times

We counted 67 people, some without life vests.

From BBC

Lewis said the sailor was wearing a life vest and was uninjured.

From Seattle Times

Dozens of inflatable small boats, engines and life vests were found during raids at 28 locations.

From BBC

Related Words

• life preserver