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measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.
e.g. military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising
Synonym: security measures
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an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in
Synonym: security system security measure
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a guarantee that an obligation will be met
Synonym: surety
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freedom from anxiety or fear
e.g. the watch dog gave her a feeling of security
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a department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers
e.g. the head of security was a former policeman
Synonym: security department
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defense against financial failure
financial independence
e.g. his pension gave him security in his old age
e.g. insurance provided protection against loss of wages due to illness
Synonym: protection
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property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation
e.g. bankers are reluctant to lend without good security
Synonym: surety
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a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment
the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends
e.g. he held several valuable securities
Synonym: certificate
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the state of being free from danger or injury
e.g. we support the armed services in the name of national security
英语释义
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n. the state of being free from danger or injury
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n. defense against financial failure; financial independence
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n. freedom from anxiety or fear
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n. a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends