makingsafe
verb (present participle)UK /ˈmeɪkɪŋ seɪf/
US /ˈmeɪkɪŋ seɪf/
Doing things to keep someone or something from getting hurt.
The workers are making safe the broken sidewalk so nobody trips.
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2. Fixing something so it is no longer dangerous.
They are making safe the old electrical wires.
3. Helping someone feel calm and free from fear.
Her kind words were making safe the scared child.
4. Putting away something harmful where it cannot cause trouble.
He is making safe the tools after finishing the job.
5. Checking a place carefully so it is okay to use.
The team is making safe the building before people return.