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Meaning of lifeboat ethics | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A system of ethics based on "first come, first served" or "every man for himself" rather than the fair distribution of resources.

uncountable

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

lifeboathouse lifeboatism lifeboatman Lifeboats lifebuoy lifecar

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