| 单词 | security |
| 释义 | securitysecurity /sɪˈkyʊrət̮i/ ●●○ AWL noun 1KEEPING somebody/something SAFE [uncountable] things that are done in order to keep a place, person, or thing safe: Security was tight at yesterday’s ceremony. I was surprised at the lax security during the president’s visit. They have tightened security at the jail.security measures/checks/procedures etc. security checks at the airport He was transferred to a high security federal prison. They maintain very tight security (=careful protection using a lot of soldiers, police, etc.) along the border.2SAFETY [uncountable] the safety of a country or person: a threat to our security The trip has been canceled for reasons of national security.3SAFE SITUATION/FEELING [uncountable] a feeling of confidence that you are safe and things will continue in the same way and not change: Parenting is about giving a child security and love. Unions are working for greater job security (=not being in danger of losing your job) for low-paid workers. This insurance plan offers your family financial security (=enough money to live on) in the event of your death. Carrying a lot of equipment can give climbers a false sense of security.4FINANCIAL PRODUCTS securities [plural] social studies, economics official documents such as stocks or bonds that people buy in order to earn money from interest5PROTECTION FROM LOSS, ETC. [uncountable] protection in something like a computer or banking system that prevents things from being lost, and prevents people from finding information, stealing things, etc.: increased Internet security6GUARDS [uncountable] people who deal with the protection of buildings and equipment, especially people who do this for a company or store: If you see anything suspicious, call security. security personnel → see also security guard7BORROWING MONEY [uncountable] social studies, economics something such as property that you promise to give someone if you cannot pay back money you have borrowed from him or her: security for They used their home as security for the loan. |
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