rescuecenter
nounUK /ˈrɛskjuː ˌsɛntə/
US /ˈrɛskjuː ˌsɛntər/
A rescue center is a place where people take care of animals or people who need help.
The kind workers at the rescue center found a new home for the little dog.
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2. A place where injured wild animals are treated and cared for.
The rescue center nursed the hurt owl back to health.
3. A base where rescue teams keep their equipment and plan their work.
The mountain rescue center sent a team to help the lost hikers.
4. A facility that helps people in danger or trouble, such as during disasters.
The rescue center gave warm blankets to families after the storm.