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Words with a similar base: security, security_department, security_measure, security_measures, security_system

'security'

[security.n.01] as in: the state of being free from danger or injury

Examples:
we support the armed services in the name of national security

'security'

[security.n.02] as in: defense against financial failure; financial independence

Examples:
his pension gave him security in his old age
insurance provided protection against loss of wages due to illness

'security'

[security.n.03] as in: freedom from anxiety or fear

Examples:
the watch dog gave her a feeling of security

'security'

[security.n.04] as in: a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends

Examples:
he held several valuable securities

'security'

[security.n.05] as in: property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation

Examples:
bankers are reluctant to lend without good security

'security'

[security.n.06] as in: a department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers

Examples:
the head of security was a former policeman

'security'

[security.n.07] as in: a guarantee that an obligation will be met

'security'

[security_system.n.02] as in: an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in

'security'

[security.n.09] as in: measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.

Examples:
military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising

Origins

					security (English)
└── securite (Middle English (1100-1500))