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(noun) security measures
measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.
military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising
(noun) security measure, security system
an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in
(noun) surety
a guarantee that an obligation will be met
(noun) security department
a department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers
the head of security was a former policeman
(noun) protection
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
(noun) surety
property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation
bankers are reluctant to lend without good security
(noun) certificate
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