Definition Synonyms
Definition of safe - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
securenot in danger or at risk
- She felt safe in her new home.
2.
harmlessnot likely to cause or lead to harm
- The procedure is safe and painless.
3.
protectiveproviding protection from danger
- This safe neighborhood is perfect for families.
4.
trustreliable and trustworthy
- He is a safe person to confide in.
5.
gamesTECH. US successful in reaching a base in sportsTECH. US
- The runner was safe at second base.
6.
technologyTECH. type-safe in programmingTECH.
- This language is safe for beginners.
Noun
1.
securitystrong metal box for valuables
- The jewels were locked in the safe.
2.
kitchenDated UK ventilated cupboard for food storageDated UK
- The old house had a safe for keeping food fresh.
3.
baseball termTECH. US play in baseball where the runner reaches base without being outTECH. US
- The runner slid into second and was called safe..
Images of safe
strong metal box for valuables 
ventilated cupboard for food storage
Expressions with safe
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place of safety and refuge
The small bay served as a safe harbor during the storm..
something very likely to happen
Investing in technology is a safe bet for future profits..
legal provision protecting from liability
The company relied on a safe harbour to avoid penalties.
electoral district likely to be won by a specific party
The party focused less on campaigning in the safe seat areas..
protected from harm or danger
With the new security system, we are in safe hands.
not hurt or harmed after being in danger
They arrived home safe and sound after the storm.
inappropriate for a professional setting
The video is not safe for work due to explicit content.
acting cautiously to avoid risk or danger
She left early to be on the safe side.
take a cautious, risk-free approach
She decided to play it safe and save her money.
reliable person trusted to handle important situations
We need a safe pair of hands for this project.
cautious to avoid potential problems
She always double-checks her work because she's better safe than sorry.
extremely safe, secure, or reliable from danger or harm
This investment is safe as houses.
feeling confident because you know something is true
She left safe in the knowledge that he was home.
not likely to be wrong or risky
That is a safe to say prediction.
inquiring about the safety of the location
Is it safe here for children to play?
location free from physical danger
During the storm, the basement was a safe place.
can be used in a microwave without damage
This container is microwave safe and won't melt.
act cautiously to avoid risks or danger
She decided to play safe and double-check everything.
space between things large enough to avoid physical harm
Always keep a safe distance behind the car in front of you.
practice of operating vehicles carefully to reduce risk of accidents
Safe driving requires full attention to the road and other vehicles.
careful way of dealing with something to avoid harm or damage
The label includes directions for the safe handling of the cleaning chemical.
spoken wish that someone travels without trouble or danger
She said safe journey as her friend boarded the train.
arrival on the ground without harm or damage
The pilot made a safe landing despite the storm.
engaging in the sport of surfing with safety measures
Wearing a leash and checking the weather are part of safe surfing.
Origin of safe
Latin, salvus (uninjured)
Terms with safe included in their meaning
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medical
water safe for human consumption
safety
keep someone or something safe from harm
safety
safe or in good condition
safe
be free from harm or danger
physical safety
assure that someone will be physically safe or unharmed
medical
question asking if someone feels safe or unhurt after something worrying
medical
safe and well
acr: personal identification number
number used to keep things safe
safety
the act of keeping someone or something safe
safety
made safe for children
psychological state
state where one feels safe, at ease, and in control
abr: expiry date
last day something is safe to use or eat
food
safe and suitable for eating
seek shelter
move to a safe place for protection or shelter
concealment safety
place where someone hides or stays safe from danger
safe place
place where one feels comfortable and at ease
safety
safe and unharmed
safe
not in danger or difficulty
reassurance
not dangerous or scary, safe to approach or touch
security
secure something in a safe place
space exploration
safe arrival of a spacecraft on the moon
animal
safe place for animals to raise young
safety
in a safe place away from danger
temperature
heated beyond a safe or desirable point
Examples of safe in a sentence
He locked the door to stay safe. The medication is safe for children. This toy is safe for toddlers. The safe design of the car prevented injuries. Parents feel safe letting their children play here. This is a safe investment for your savings.
She is a safe choice for the leadership role. The catcher tagged him, but he was safe. She slid home safe in the final inning. The compiler ensures the code is safe. Safe languages prevent many runtime errors. She kept her documents in a fireproof safe. The safe was hidden behind a painting. The safe in the pantry kept the bread from spoiling. Grandma's kitchen had a safe for storing perishables. He reached third base and was called safe. The umpire declared the player safe after a close call.
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- French:en sécurité, coffre-fort, ...
- German:sicher, Safe, ...
- Italian:protetta, cassaforte, ...
- Spanish:a salvo, caja fuerte, ...
- Portuguese:a salvo, cofre, ...
- Chinese:安全的, 保险箱, ...
- Japanese:安全, 金庫, ...
- Arabic:آمِن, خَزْنَة, ...
- Hebrew:בָּטוּחַ, כַּסֶּפֶת, ...
- Russian:в безопасности, сейф, ...
- Ukrainian:безпечний, сейф, ...
- Hindi:सुरक्षित, तिजोरी, ...
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