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safe
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- pronunciation:
- seIf
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective, noun), Word Builder, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| inflections: |
safer, safest |
| definition 1: |
providing protection from harm, loss, or danger.
The cat found a safe spot under the porch.You'd better put your necklace in a safe place.- synonyms:
- protected, secure
- antonyms:
- dangerous
- similar words:
- defended, sheltered
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| definition 2: |
free from the risk of harm.
We were safe at home when the storm hit.The rabbit was safe in its burrow.- synonyms:
- protected, secure
- antonyms:
- dangerous, insecure, vulnerable
- similar words:
- all right, shielded
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| definition 3: |
careful; cautious.
Nico is a safe driver.- synonyms:
- careful, cautious, prudent, wary
- antonyms:
- bold, daring
- similar words:
- conservative
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| definition 4: |
of a runner in the sport of baseball, having reached a base without being put out by one of the other team's fielders.
The umpire ruled that the runner was safe at third base. |
| related words: |
immune, innocent, solid, sound |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a strong metal box with a lock, used for keeping money and valuable things secure.
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| derivations: |
safely (adv.), safeness (n.) |
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