personal flotation device
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of personal flotation device
First recorded in 1970–75
Example Sentences
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And so, 11 days ago, he shed Miller Moss and buckled into a personal flotation device named Jayden Maiava.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 17, 2024
"We would advise everyone who is planning a trip on the water to take a means of communication should they need to raise the alarm and to wear a personal flotation device," he added.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2022
Additionally, a personal flotation device or lifejacket is often required to help prevent drowning in the pools that gather throughout the canyons.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 14, 2022
After donning my mandatory personal flotation device I chose to enter the water via the slide.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 16, 2015
“None of the rest of them bothered with a ‘Mae West,’” he said in a 2012 Star-Telegram interview, referring to the personal flotation device.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 22, 2015
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