lifeline

  1. Noun.  A line to which a drowning or falling victim may cling to.
  2. Noun.  A means or route for transporting indispensable supplies.
  3. Noun.  A source of salvation in a crisis.
  4. Noun.  (nautical) On the deck of a boat, a line to which one can attach oneself to stay aboard on rough seas.

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