SECURITY

(noun) measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.
"military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising"
synonyms : security measures
(noun) an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in
synonyms : security measure , security system
(noun) a guarantee that an obligation will be met
synonyms : surety
(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"
synonyms : security department
(noun) defense against financial failure; financial independence
"his pension gave him security in his old age", "insurance provided protection against loss of wages due to illness"
synonyms : protection
(noun) property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation
"bankers are reluctant to lend without good security"
synonyms : surety
(noun) a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends
"he held several valuable securities"
synonyms : certificate
(noun) the state of being free from danger or injury
"we support the armed services in the name of national security"

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