secure
/sɪkjˈʊɹ/ · 2 syllables
Meaning
verb
- get by special effort
“He procured extra cigarettes even though they were rationed” - cause to be firmly attached
“fasten the lock onto the door” - assure payment of
- make certain of
“This nest egg will ensure a nice retirement for us” - fill or close tightly with or as if with a plug
“plug the hole” - furnish with battens
“batten ships”
adjective
- free from fear or doubt; easy in mind
“he was secure that nothing will be held against him” - free from danger or risk
“secure from harm” - not likely to fail or give way
“the lock was secure” - immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with
“an impregnable fortress” - financially safe
“a good investment”
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