SECURITY

The state of being free from danger or injury

Example: "We support the armed services in the name of national security"

Defense against financial failure; financial independence

Example: "His pension gave him security in his old age"

Freedom from anxiety or fear

Example: "The watch dog gave her a feeling of security"

A formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends

Example: "He held several valuable securities"

Property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation

Example: "Bankers are reluctant to lend without good security"

A department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers

Example: "The head of security was a former policeman"

A guarantee that an obligation will be met

An electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in

Measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.

Example: "Military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising"