Rescue
/ˈrɛs.kjuː/noun
To save someone from a dangerous or distressing situation.
Did you know?The Latin root 'rescatum' literally means 'to take back', reflecting a deep connection to reclaiming what was lost or endangered.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
rescatare
“To take back, recover, or save from danger.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
rescursus
“A return or recovery, implying a movement back to safety.”
Old French
Old French
rescourre
“To save, recover, or deliver from peril.”
Middle English
Middle English
rescuen
“To deliver from danger or harm, often used in the context of warfare.”
Modern English
English
rescue
“To save or free from danger, evolving into a general term for any form of salvation or aid.”
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