safety

• Substantiv, das den Zustand bezeichnet, in dem jemand oder etwas vor Gefahr, Risiko oder Schaden geschützt ist; auch die Eigenschaft, zuverlässig und ohne Gefährdung zu funktionieren.

A noun referring to the condition of being protected from or unlikely to cause danger, risk, or injury.

unzählbar

1. Freedom from dangerA2formal

   The condition of being protected from or unlikely to cause danger, risk, or injury.

   Sicherheit

   • The safety of the passengers is our top priority.
   • He was concerned about the safety of the old bridge.
   • Safety regulations must be followed at all times.

   Synonymecareprotectionsafenesssecurityshelterwellbeing

   Antonymedangerhazardjeopardyperilrisk

2. Safety deviceB1formal

   A device designed to prevent accidents or injury.

   Sicherheitsvorrichtung

   • The gun has a safety that prevents accidental firing.
   • Always engage the safety on the power tool before cleaning it.
   • The car is equipped with multiple safety features.

   Synonymeguardsafeguardsafety catchsafety locksafety valve

3. Safe placeA2formal

   A place where you are protected from danger or harm.

   Sicherer Ort

   • The children were led to safety during the fire drill.
   • They reached the safety of the shore after the storm.
   • The bunker provided safety from the bombing.

   Synonymeasylumhavenrefugeretreatsanctuaryshelter