security

• Nom désignant l'état de ce qui est à l'abri du danger, de la menace ou du préjudice, ainsi que les mesures prises pour assurer cette protection et cette sûreté.

A noun referring to the state of being free from danger, threat, or harm, or measures taken to ensure safety and protection.

indénombrable

1. Safety from dangerB1formal

   The state of being free from danger, threat, or harm.

   sécurité (état de protection)

   • The government increased security at the airport.
   • Home security systems help protect families from intruders.
   • They tightened security after the recent theft.

   Synonymesprotectionrefugesafenesssafetysanctuary

   Antonymesdangerhazardinsecurityperilriskthreat

2. Financial assetB2formalbusiness

   A financial instrument, such as a stock or bond, that represents ownership or debt.

   Titre financier

   • He invested in government securities for a stable return.
   • The company issued new securities to raise capital.
   • Trading securities requires careful market analysis.

   Synonymesbondcertificateequityinvestmentstock

3. Guarantee or assuranceB2formal

   Something given as a pledge or guarantee to ensure fulfillment of an obligation.

   Garantie, caution

   • The loan was secured against the property as security.
   • She offered her jewelry as security for the debt.
   • The bank requires collateral as security for large loans.

   Synonymesassurancecollateraldepositguaranteepledgesuretywarranty