safety

• Substantivo que designa o estado de estar protegido contra perigo, risco ou dano; também pode indicar a confiabilidade ou a garantia de que algo não falhará.

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

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1. Freedom from dangerA2formal

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

   Segurança

   • 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.

   Sinônimoscareprotectionsafenesssecurityshelterwellbeing

   Antônimosdangerhazardjeopardyperilrisk

2. Safety deviceB1formal

   A device designed to prevent accidents or injury.

   Dispositivo de segurança

   • 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.

   Sinônimosguardsafeguardsafety catchsafety locksafety valve

3. Safe placeA2formal

   A place where you are protected from danger or harm.

   Lugar seguro

   • 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.

   Sinônimosasylumhavenrefugeretreatsanctuaryshelter