safety

• Nom désignant l'état d'être protégé ou à l'abri d'un danger, d'un risque ou d'un préjudice; également la qualité de ce qui est sûr, fiable ou sans danger.

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

indénombrable

1. Freedom from dangerA2formal

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

   sécurité

   • 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.

   Synonymescareprotectionsafenesssecurityshelterwellbeing

   Antonymesdangerhazardjeopardyperilrisk

2. Safety deviceB1formal

   A device designed to prevent accidents or injury.

   Dispositif de sécurité

   • 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.

   Synonymesguardsafeguardsafety catchsafety locksafety valve

3. Safe placeA2formal

   A place where you are protected from danger or harm.

   lieu sûr

   • 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.

   Synonymesasylumhavenrefugeretreatsanctuaryshelter