Definitions

1. verb

to retrieve or recover something from a place where it has been lost, wrecked, or abandoned, often in a difficult or hazardous situation

“The salvage team worked to rescue the stranded hikers from the flooded valley.”

2. noun

the act of retrieving or recovering something in this way

“The salvage operation took several days to complete due to the harsh weather conditions.”

3. noun

a ship or other vessel recovered or reclaimed from the sea, especially after being wrecked or abandoned

“The salvaged boat was repaired and returned to service after being damaged in the storm.”

4. noun

a part or item that is retrieved or recovered, especially from a wreck or a salvage operation

“The salvaged engine was sold to a local mechanic for repair.”

5. verb

to remove or take away something, especially in order to save or preserve it

“The museum salvaged the old artifacts from the damaged building.”

6. noun

a payment made to the owner of a wrecked or abandoned ship or its cargo, especially as a reward for its recovery

“The salvager received a significant salvage payment for recovering the valuable cargo from the sunken ship.”