personal flotation device
personal flotation device noun: a life vest or other device or article of clothing designed to be used by one person as an aid to remaining safely afloat in water, especially in an emergency situation.
Noun
personal flotation device (plural personal flotation devices)
- A life vest or other device or article of clothing designed to be used by one person as an aid to remaining safely afloat in water, especially in an emergency situation.
- Under the new personal flotation device regulations, boats 16 feet and longer must have one wearable type flotation device on board the boat for each person.1973 October 15, “Water Safety Drive Concluded”, in Ocala Star-Banner, retrieved 07 Jan 2010, page 5B
Synonyms of personal flotation device
Forms of personal flotation device
| plural | personal flotation devices |
|---|---|
| alternative form | flotation device |
Questions about personal flotation device
- What does personal flotation device mean?
- Personal flotation device means a life vest or other device or article of clothing designed to be used by one person as an aid to remaining safely afloat in water, especially in an emergency situation.
- What part of speech is personal flotation device?
- Personal flotation device is a noun.
- What is the plural of personal flotation device?
- The plural of personal flotation device is personal flotation devices.
Words near personal flotation device in the dictionary
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