the state of being free from danger or injury; we support the armed services in the name of national security'
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
[ Syn: protection ]
freedom from anxiety or fear; the watch dog gave her a feeling of security'
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
[ Syn: certificate ]
property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation; bankers are reluctant to lend without good security
[ Syn: surety ]
a department responsible for the security of the institutions property and workers; the head of security was a former policeman
[ Syn: security department ]
a guarantee that an obligation will be met
[ Syn: surety ]
an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in
[ Syn: security system , security measure ]
measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.; military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising
[ Syn: security measures ]