Lifeline Definition
lifeline
- noun
- a crease on the palm; its length is said by palmists to indicate how long you will live
- support that enables people to survive or to continue doing something (often by providing an essential connection); "the airlift provided a lifeline for Berlin"; "she offered me a lifeline in my time of grief"
- line that raises or lowers a deep-sea diver
- line thrown from a vessel that people can cling to in order to save themselves from drowning
"Lifeline" in song lyrics
See how lifeline is used in real songs:
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"Rendered as a lifeline"
2Mex f/ Sick Jacken (Psycho Realm), Xololanxinco — Doctors, Drums and Danger -
"Gripping the stem and right invite the thorns to dig up in my lifeline"
Aesop Rock — Commencement at the Obedience Academy -
"Huntin' for me somethin' that'll increase my lifeline"
Anybody Killa f/ Violent J — Down Here
Words that rhyme with lifeline
Usage tips for "lifeline"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "lifeline" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for lifeline to find words that pair well.