security
n 1: the state of being free from danger or injury; "we support
the armed services in the name of national security"
[ant: {insecurity}]
2: 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}]
3: a department responsible for the security of the
institutions property and workers; "the head of security
was a former policeman"
4: 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}]
5: defense against financial failure; "his pension gave him
security in his old age"; "insurance provided protection
against loss of wages due to illness" [syn: {protection}]
6: freedom from anxiety or fear; "the watch dog gave her a
feeling of security"
7: an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone
tries to break in [syn: {security system}, {security
measures}]
8: property that your creditor can claim in case you default on
your obligation; "bankers are reluctant to lend without
good security" [syn: {surety}]
9: a guarantee that an obligation will be met [syn: {surety}]