(art, nonce word) Represented in such a way as to show important characteristics, rather than in a realistic or literal manner; stylized; abstract.

(insurance) A person whose life is insured under a life insurance policy.

(insurance) Describing a life insurance policy that insures a single individual's life.

(insurance) The life assured under a single life contract.

(insurance) Describing a life insurance policy that insures two individuals' lives, payable either on a first death or last survivor basis.

(insurance) A life assured under a joint life contract.

Proof that a hostage is still alive.

An indication that someone is alive; vital sign. / (figuratively) An indication that someone is present.

plural of life-arrow

(historical) A stick with a line attached that was fired from a musket to a ship that had foundered.