security
- Noun. (uncountable) the condition of not being threatened, especially physically, psychologically, emotionally, or financially.
- Noun. (countable) something that secures.
- Noun. an organization or department responsible for providing security by enforcing laws, rules, and regulations as well as maintaining order.
- Noun. (legal) something that secures the fulfillment of an obligation or law.
- Noun. (legal) Freedom from apprehension.
- Noun. (finance) proof of ownership of stocks, bonds or other investment instruments.W.
- Noun. (finance) property temporarily relinquished to guarantee repayment of a loan.
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