Safety Definition & Meaning
safety
- noun
- the state of being certain that adverse effects will not be caused by some agent under defined conditions; "insure the safety of the children"; "the reciprocal of safety is risk"
- a safe place; "He ran to safety"
- a device designed to prevent injury or accidents
- (baseball) the successful act of striking a baseball in such a way that the batter reaches base safely
- contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse
- a score in American football; a player is tackled behind his own goal line
"Safety" in song lyrics
See how safety is used in real songs:
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"A small rapper like yaself is needin' safety"
7L & Esoteric — Warning - Knife in Face -
"Ladies grab your babies, run for safety"
Aceyalone — Takeoff -
"Stay humble in hopes of safety"
Bavu Blakes — I
Words that rhyme with safety
Usage tips for "safety"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "safety" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for safety to find words that pair well.
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