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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun A buoyant device, usually in the shape of a ring, belt, or jacket, designed to keep a person afloat in the water.
  • noun Chiefly British A weapon, such as a blackjack.

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  • noun A buoyant ring or vest intended to keep a person afloat.

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