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salvage

[ˈsælvɪdʒ]

salvage Definition

  • 1to save something from an accident or bad situation, especially from a ship that has sunk or been damaged in some way
  • 2to collect things that other people do not want any more, especially food, furniture, or other things that can be used

Using salvage: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "salvage" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The divers were able to salvage some of the cargo from the sunken ship.

  • Example

    The company was able to salvage their reputation after the scandal.

  • Example

    We were able to salvage some of the furniture from the old house.

salvage Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for salvage

Phrases with salvage

  • an effort to rescue or recover something from a dangerous or difficult situation

    Example

    The coast guard launched a salvage operation to recover the sunken ship.

  • a place where old or damaged vehicles are taken apart and their parts are sold

    Example

    He found a replacement door for his car at the salvage yard.

  • salvage value

    the value of something that can be saved or recovered, especially after it has been damaged

    Example

    The insurance company estimated the salvage value of the car after the accident.

Origins of salvage

from Old French 'salver', meaning 'to save'

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Summary: salvage in Brief

The verb 'salvage' [ˈsælvɪdʒ] means to save something from a bad situation or to collect things that others do not want. It is often used in the context of rescuing items from a sunken ship or recovering something from a difficult situation. Examples include 'The divers were able to salvage some of the cargo from the sunken ship.' and 'We were able to salvage some of the furniture from the old house.'

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