safety

• Существительное, обозначающее состояние защищённости от опасности, риска или вреда.

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

uncountable

1. Freedom from dangerA2formal

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

   Безопасность

   • 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.

   Synonymscareprotectionsafenesssecurityshelterwellbeing

   Antonymsdangerhazardjeopardyperilrisk

2. Safety deviceB1formal

   A device designed to prevent accidents or injury.

   Предохранитель

   • 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.

   Synonymsguardsafeguardsafety catchsafety locksafety valve

3. Safe placeA2formal

   A place where you are protected from danger or harm.

   Безопасное место

   • 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.

   Synonymsasylumhavenrefugeretreatsanctuaryshelter