se·cu·ri·ty /səˈkyʊərəti/
1. the state of being free from danger or injury; "we support the armed services in the name of national security"
synset: 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"
synset: security, protection
3. freedom from anxiety or fear; "the watch dog gave her a feeling of security"
synset: 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"
synset: security, certificate
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"
synset: security, security_department
7. a guarantee that an obligation will be met
8. an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in
synset: security_system, security_measure, security
9. measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.; "military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising"
synset: security, security_measures
Princeton University "About WordNet." WordNet. Princeton University. 2010.
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