security

noun
UK /sɪˈkjʊərəti/
US /sɪˈkjʊrəti/

Security means keeping people and things safe from danger.

The airport has tight security to keep everyone safe.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A feeling of being safe and free from worry.

She felt a sense of security when her parents were home.

3. Something you give to promise you will pay a loan or return something.

He left his watch as security for the borrowed money.

4. People whose job is to protect a place or event.

Security checked our bags at the concert.