securing
səˈkjʊrɪŋ
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Definition of securing - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

supportproviding a firm hold or support
  • The securing straps keep the luggage in place.
  • The securing bolts ensure the structure's stability.
  • Securing ropes were used to anchor the tent.
bolstering reinforcing supporting
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Origin of securing

Latin, securus (free from care)

Terms with securing included in their meaning

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clothing
small fasteners on clothing for securing two parts
security device
mechanism for securing a door or container
cycling
structure for parking and securing bicycles
securing headgear
strap that fits under the chin to secure a hat or helmet
mechanism
spring-loaded device securing a door
restraint device
metal rings for securing a person's wrists
action
announce catching or securing something physically
attaching action
act of attaching or securing with a pin

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  1. French:stabilisant, ...
  2. German:befestigend, ...
  3. Italian:di fissaggio, ...
  4. Spanish:asegurador, ...
  5. Portuguese:firme, ...
  6. Chinese:固定的, ...
  7. Japanese:固定用, ...
  8. Arabic:مثبت, ...
  9. Hebrew:מְיַצֵּב, ...
  10. Russian:фиксирующий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:фіксуючий, ...
  12. Hindi:सुरक्षित, ...
secure
sɪˈkjʊr

Definition of secure - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
safetynot exposed to danger
  • The building is secure against intrusions..
guarded protected safe
2.
confidencefree from fear or doubt
  • She felt secure in her decision to move.
assured certain confident
3.
firmly attachedfixed or fastened so as not to give way
  • Ensure the ladder is secure before climbing..
fastened fixed

Verb

tr.
1.
certaintymake certain or guarantee
  • He secured a victory in the final match.
ensure guarantee
2.
protectionmake safe from harm or attack
  • They secured the building against intruders.
protect safeguard shield
3.
acquisitionobtain something after effort
  • She secured a job after months of searching.
acquire attain
4.
fix in placeRarefasten or tie up firmlyRare
  • Secure the boat to the dock with a strong rope..
fasten tie down
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Expressions with secure

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gain a stable position in a new area
The company secured a foothold in the Asian market.
make an agreement safe from failure
The company took steps to secure a deal despite the challenges.
in a safe or confident position without risk
She felt on secure ground after the meeting.
feeling safe or confident because of knowing something is true
She walked home secure in the knowledge that help was nearby.
facility for secure accommodation and care of offenders
The secure unit houses young offenders for rehabilitation.
obtain money or valuable items
He worked hard to secure the bag and support his family.

Origin of secure

Latin, securus (free from care)

Examples of secure in a sentence

  • Residents feel secure in this neighborhood.
  • He felt secure knowing his family was safe.
  • The secure feeling of the locked door helped her sleep.
  • Make sure the tent is secure before the storm.
  • The door was secure, so no one could enter.
  • The contract is secure for the next five years.

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  1. French:sécurisé, assurer, ...
  2. German:sicher, sichern, ...
  3. Italian:protetto, assicurare, ...
  4. Spanish:seguro, asegurar, ...
  5. Portuguese:seguro, garantir, ...
  6. Chinese:安全的, 确保, ...
  7. Japanese:安全な, 確保する, ...
  8. Arabic:آمِن, ضَمِنَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:מְאוּבְטָח, לְהַבְטִיחַ, ...
  10. Russian:безопасный, обеспечивать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:безпечний, забезпечувати, ...
  12. Hindi:सुरक्षित, सुनिश्चित करना, ...
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