Security | Mean of security in English Dictionary
/sɪˈkjɚrəti/
- Noun
- the state of being protected or safe from harm
- We must insure our national security.
- an electronic security system
- random security checks
- security measures
- things done to make people or places safe
- The college failed to provide adequate security on campus after dark.
- increased security at airports
- There was a lapse in security and the inmates escaped.
- the area in a place (such as an airport) where people are checked to make sure they are not carrying weapons or other illegal materials
- We have to go through security at the airport.
- the part of a company or other organization that provides protection for workers, equipment, etc.
- We called security when we found the door open.
- the state of being closely watched or guarded
- The meeting was held under tight security.
- The prisoner was being kept under maximum security.
- the state of being free from anxiety or worry
- financial security
- She is concerned about job security. [=about the possibility of losing her job]
- I like the security of knowing there will be someone there to help me when I need help.
- Growing up in a close family gave her a sense of security.
- something given as proof of a promise to make a payment later
- security for a loan
- a document showing that someone owns or has invested in a company, organization, etc.
- government securities