1. people who save others from danger or distress
Usage: plural of rescuer

Examples

• The rescuers worked through the night to find survivors in the collapsed building.
• Mountain rescuers used helicopters to reach the stranded hikers.
• Emergency rescuers arrived at the scene within minutes of the accident.
• The brave rescuers pulled three people from the burning house.
• Coast Guard rescuers saved the crew from the sinking ship.
• Animal rescuers found homes for dozens of abandoned pets.
• The rescuers were honored for their heroic efforts during the flood.