security deposit — A sum of money paid as a guarantee for potential damages or unpaid obligations, typically refundable
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A sum of money paid as a guarantee for potential damages or unpaid obligations, typically refundable
Pronunciation (IPA): /sɪˈkjʊrəti dɪˈpɑːzɪt/
Example Sentences
- My security deposit disappeared faster than my motivation to clean the apartment.
- The hotel requires a security deposit for incidental charges during your stay.
- Getting your security deposit back is like finding a unicorn - theoretically possible but rarely seen.
security deposit
NOUN[/sɪˈkjʊrəti dɪˈpɑːzɪt/]
A sum of money paid as a guarantee for potential damages or unpaid obligations, typically refundable
a young tenant hands a stack of cash to a friendly landlord while they shake hands. The landlord accepts the money with a reassuring smile and gesture toward the apartment keys on the coffee table. The tenant looks relieved knowing this money will be returned if the apartment stays in good condition. The landlord places the cash in a secure envelope while pointing to the undamaged walls and furniture around them. Both people appear satisfied with this protective financial arrangement. money paid as a guarantee for potential damages that is typically refundable
Security deposit safely stored in the closet!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Security derives from Latin 'securus' (safe, secure), combining 'se-' (without) and 'cura' (care), meaning free from care or danger. Deposit comes from Latin 'depositus' (placed down), the past participle of 'deponere' (to put down or entrust). Together, the term evolved to denote money held safely as assurance against potential loss or damage.
Breakdown
Security: se- (without) + cura (care) + -ity (noun suffix) = state of being without care/safe. Deposit: de- (down) + ponere (to place/put) + -it (past participle) = something placed down or entrusted.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My security deposit disappeared faster than my motivation to clean the apartment.”
“The hotel requires a security deposit for incidental charges during your stay.”
“Getting your security deposit back is like finding a unicorn - theoretically possible but rarely seen.”
“The rental company will return your security deposit within 30 days if there's no damage.”
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