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SAYFT-ee/ˈseɪfti/

Safety is the state of being safe from harm: for your own safety, a safety helmet, public safety. Safe is the adjective; safety is the noun. Security is more about guards and locks. Danger is the opposite idea. Uncountable. Do not write safely (adverb) when you need the noun.

Meaning

The state of being safe from danger or harm.

Examples

• “Wear a helmet for your own safety.”
• “Read the safety instructions before you light the cooker.”
• “The guide talked about mountain safety in winter.”

Good to know

for your own safety / a safety helmet (uncountable). Adjective: safe. Related: security.

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