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lifeline

intermediateB1

/ˈlaɪflaɪn/ · life-line

A thing that is essential for survival or success; a means of support.

Meanings

nounformal

A thing that is essential for survival or success; a means of support.

ایک چیز جو بقا یا کامیابی کے لئے ضروری ہوتی ہے؛ ایک مدد کا ذریعہ۔

زندگی کی لکیریں

zindagi ki lakeerain

Synonyms

supportaidrescueسہارامددنیاز

Antonyms

dangerhazardriskخطرہرسکمشکل

Common Collocations

  • emotional lifeline
  • lifeline for the needy
  • developing a lifeline

Example Sentences

The counselor was a lifeline for the troubled youth.

مشیر پریشان نوجوان کے لیے ایک زندگی کی لکیر تھا۔

Mushir pareshan nojawan ke liye aik zindagi ki lakeer tha.

In times of crisis, support groups serve as a lifeline.

بحران کے وقت، مدد گروہ ایک زندگی کی لکیر کی حیثیت رکھتے ہیں۔

Bahran ke waqt, madad groh aik zindagi ki lakeer ki haisiyat rakhte hain.

The organization provides a lifeline for people in need.

یہ تنظیم ضرورت مند لوگوں کے لئے ایک زندگی کی لکیر فراہم کرتی ہے۔

Yeh tanzeem zaroorat mand logon ke liye aik zindagi ki lakeer faraham karti hai.

Easily Confused With

pipeline:A pipeline refers to a conduit for transporting goods, usually liquid or gas, while a lifeline refers to support or means of survival.

Word Family

lifesaver
nounزندگی بچانے والا
life-saving
adjectiveزندگی بچانے والا

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'lifeline' as a 'line' that connects to your 'life' when you need help.

Imagine a rope thrown to save someone from drowning.

✍️ Urdu Poetry

خود کو جو بچاتا ہے، وہی ہے ہر ایک کی زندگی کی لکیر۔

Khud ko jo bachata hai, wahi hai har aik ki zindagi ki lakeer.

He who saves himself is the lifeline for everyone.

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* Poetry attribution is AI-generated and may require verification.

🗣️ Urdu Proverb

نیکی کر دریا میں ڈال

Neki kar darya mein daal

Do good deeds and throw them into the river.

📖 Etymology

Origin: English "lifeline" — a line that connects to life or a means of escape

First known use: 19th century

The term 'lifeline' has been used in English since the 19th century to indicate a means of support or rescue.