Safe
(
adjective
,
noun
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(As an adjective)
Safe ( adjective )
- Free from harm or risk; not likely to be damaged or harmed.
- Not likely to cause or lead to danger or harm.
- Secured or protected so as to prevent escape or theft.
Origin:
Middle english, from old english sāfe; akin to old high german sāfo safe, latin salvus healthy, whole, safe.
Examples:
- She felt safe in her new home.
- It is safe to say that he will not be coming back.
- The money was kept in a safe place.
- The city is not safe for children to play alone.
- The new medication was tested and deemed safe for human consumption.
(As a noun)
Safe ( noun )
- Free from harm or risk; not likely to be damaged or harmed.
- Not likely to cause or lead to danger or harm.
- Secured or protected so as to prevent escape or theft.
Origin:
Middle english, from old english sāfe; akin to old high german sāfo safe, latin salvus healthy, whole, safe.
Examples:
- She felt safe in her new home.
- It is safe to say that he will not be coming back.
- The money was kept in a safe place.
- The city is not safe for children to play alone.
- The new medication was tested and deemed safe for human consumption.