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Security

Sih-KYUU-ruh-tee

/sɪˈkjʊrʌtiː/

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security

Dictionary meaning

Measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.

Examples

  • Military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising.
  • The watch dog gave us a feeling of security.

Synonyms: security measures

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