inanimate; having no life / dead; having lost life / uninhabited, or incapable of supporting life / dull or lacking vitality

(nautical) A boat especially designed for saving the lives of shipwrecked people or people in distress at sea (either launched from the shore with a crew, or else carried on board a larger ship).

To rescue; to carry to safety

The main occupation or vocation of a person's life.

(uncommon) A bodyguard or unit of bodyguards, a guard of someone's (especially a king's) life or person.

Alternative spelling of life cycle

A line to which a drowning or falling victim may cling. / (by extension) A source of salvation in a crisis. / A means or route for transporting indispensable supplies.

Someone or something that saves lives. / (figuratively) Someone or something that is very useful or helpful.

Extending for the entire duration of life.

A prisoner sentenced to life in prison. / A prisoner sentenced to transportation for life. / A person with a singular career path, especially in the military.