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Noun
/siˈkyo͝oritē/,
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securities, plural;
  1. The state of being free from danger or threat
    • - the system is designed to provide maximum security against toxic spills
    • - job security
  2. The safety of a state or organization against criminal activity such as terrorism, theft, or espionage
    • - a matter of national security
  3. Procedures followed or measures taken to ensure such safety
    • - amid tight security the presidents met in the Colombian resort
  4. The state of feeling safe, stable, and free from fear or anxiety
    • - this man could give the emotional security she needed
  5. A private police force that guards a building, campus, park, etc

  6. A thing deposited or pledged as a guarantee of the fulfillment of an undertaking or the repayment of a loan, to be forfeited in case of default

  7. A certificate attesting credit, the ownership of stocks or bonds, or the right to ownership connected with tradable derivatives


  1. the state of being free from danger or injury; "we support the armed services in the name of national security"
  2. 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"
  3. freedom from anxiety or fear; "the watch dog gave her a feeling of security"
  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"
  5. property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation; "bankers are reluctant to lend without good security"
  6. a department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers; "the head of security was a former policeman"
  7. Security is the degree of protection against danger, damage, loss, and criminal activity. Security as a form of protection are structures and processes that provide or improve security as a condition. ...
  8. The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA), a non-profit trade association, was created in 1982 as the Association of Better Computer Dealers, Inc. (ABCD) by representatives of five microcomputer dealerships. ...
  9. Peter Gabriel is the fourth album released by the British progressive rock musician Peter Gabriel. This album was originally released as Gabriel’s fourth eponymous album, but was released in the United States as Security, Gabriel's first album with Geffen Records in the US and Canada.
  10. Computer security is a branch of computer technology known as information security as applied to computers and networks. ...
  11. Security convergence refers to the convergence of two historically distinct security functions - physical security and information security - within enterprises; both are integral parts of any coherent risk management program.
  12. A security is a fungible, negotiable instrument representing financial value. Securities are broadly categorized into debt securities (such as banknotes, bonds and debentures) and equity securities, e.g., common stocks; and derivative contracts, such as forwards, futures, options and swaps. ...
  13. the condition of not being threatened, especially physically, psychologically, emotionally, or financially; something that secures; an organization or department responsible for providing security by enforcing laws, rules, and regulations as well as maintaining order; something that secures ...
  14. To make secure (in all the above senses); Free from attack or danger; protected; Free from the danger of theft; safe; Free from the risk of eavesdropping, interception or discovery; secret; Free from anxiety or doubt; unafraid; Firm and not likely to fail; stable; Free from the risk of financial ...
  15. (secure) To make fast. To stow an object or tie it in place.
  16. (secure) stop; lock; put away
  17. (SECURE) A set of belay anchor principles for a top-rope anchor: Strong, Extended over the edge, Centered over the climb, Unbroken ring as the master point, rope Runs easily, Edge padded
  18. (SECURE) Brand name for a group of materials used for ballistic protection in civilian applications.
  19. (SECURE) Study to Evaluate Carotid Ultrasound Changes with Ramipril and Vitamin E
  20. (Secure) A Web site that supports any of the major security protocols to protect against third party tampering.
  21. (Secure) Bike lockups provided
  22. (Secure) Faxes destined to you are viewed by you and only you.
  23. (Secure) In terminology, such as e.g., secure LAN or secure device, means that the routing addresses on the network are monitored and allowed to proceed only for authorized users. This network traffic monitoring and authorization process is referred to as <Name>’s “firewalls”. ...
  24. (Secure) The details you provide are on a server which is set up so that it is resistant to unauthorised access.
  25. (Secure) adj. Replete with undiscovered security holes.