Security (Noun)

Meaning 1

Measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.; "military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

  • Security Measures

Hypernyms

  • Guard
  • Safeguard

Meaning 2

Property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation; "bankers are reluctant to lend without good security".

Classification

Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.

Synonyms

  • Surety

Hypernyms

  • Transferred Possession

Hyponyms

  • Stock-purchase Warrant
  • Stock Warrant
  • Recognisance

Meaning 3

Freedom from anxiety or fear; "the watch dog gave her a feeling of security".

Classification

Nouns denoting feelings and emotions.

Hypernyms

  • Bravery

Related Words

  • Secure (adjective)

Meaning 4

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".

Classification

Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.

Synonyms

  • Certificate

Hypernyms

  • Instrument
  • Legal Instrument
  • Official Document

Hyponyms

  • Convertible Security
  • OTC Security
  • Over The Counter Security
  • Agency Security
  • Stock
  • Zero Coupon Security
  • Tax-exempt
  • Bond Certificate

Meaning 5

The state of being free from danger or injury; "we support the armed services in the name of national security".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Antonyms

  • Insecurity

Hyponyms

  • Shelter
  • Public Security

Related Words

  • Secure (adjective)

Meaning 6

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".

Classification

Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.

Synonyms

  • Protection

Hyponyms

  • Hedging

Related Words

  • Secure (adjective)

Meaning 7

A department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers; "the head of security was a former policeman".

Classification

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

Synonyms

  • Security Department

Hypernyms

  • Section

Meaning 8

A guarantee that an obligation will be met.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Synonyms

  • Surety

Hypernyms

  • Warrantee
  • Warrant
  • Warranty

Meaning 9

An electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

  • Security System
  • Security Measure

Hypernyms

  • Electrical Device
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