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Quick definitions from WordNet (security)
▸ noun: measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc. ("Military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising")
▸ noun: a guarantee that an obligation will be met
▸ noun: freedom from anxiety or fear ("The watch dog gave her a feeling of security")
▸ noun: a department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers ("The head of security was a former policeman")
▸ noun: defense against financial failure; financial independence ("His pension gave him security in his old age")
▸ noun: property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation ("Bankers are reluctant to lend without good security")
▸ noun: a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends
▸ noun: the state of being free from danger or injury ("We support the armed services in the name of national security")
▸ noun: an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in
▸ Also see securitys
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▸ noun: measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc. ("Military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising")
▸ noun: a guarantee that an obligation will be met
▸ noun: freedom from anxiety or fear ("The watch dog gave her a feeling of security")
▸ noun: a department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers ("The head of security was a former policeman")
▸ noun: defense against financial failure; financial independence ("His pension gave him security in his old age")
▸ noun: property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation ("Bankers are reluctant to lend without good security")
▸ noun: a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends
▸ noun: the state of being free from danger or injury ("We support the armed services in the name of national security")
▸ noun: an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in
▸ Also see securitys
▸ Words similar to security
▸ Usage examples for security
▸ Idioms related to security (New!)
▸ Popular adjectives describing security
▸ Words that often appear near security
▸ Rhymes of security
▸ Invented words related to security