secure — protected from danger, risk, or loss; safe
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: protected from danger, risk, or loss; safe
Pronunciation (IPA): /sɪˈkjʊr/
Example Sentences
- My mom thinks her Facebook is secure because her password is 'password123'.
- The company managed to secure a million-dollar contract with Netflix.
- He tried to secure his wig with super glue before the windy wedding ceremony.
secure
ADJECTIVE[/sɪˈkjʊr/]
protected from danger, risk, or loss; safe
He secures his bicycle with a strong lock to keep it safe.
SEAL the CURE — secure it before it can be lost.
Secure the roof to ensure it will endure the storm.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'securus' meaning 'free from care or anxiety,' composed of 'se-' (without) and 'cura' (care). The word entered English through Old French 'secur' in the 15th century.
Breakdown
se- (without) + -cura (care) = secure (free from care/safe)
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📝Examples
“My mom thinks her Facebook is secure because her password is 'password123'.”
“The company managed to secure a million-dollar contract with Netflix.”
“He tried to secure his wig with super glue before the windy wedding ceremony.”
“Students need to secure their lockers properly to prevent theft.”
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