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safeguard vs security

security vs safeguard

safeguard and security both are nouns.

safeguard is a verb but security is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
safeguard Yes No Yes No
security Yes No No No
As nouns, security is a hyponym of safeguard; that is, security is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than safeguard:
  • safeguard: a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
  • security: measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.
Other hyponyms of safeguard include backstop, security measures.
safeguard (noun) security (noun)
a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc. measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.
a document or escort providing safe passage through a region especially in time of war an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in
a guarantee that an obligation will be met
freedom from anxiety or fear
a department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers
property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation
defense against financial failure; financial independence
a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends
the state of being free from danger or injury
safeguard (verb) security (verb)
make safe
escort safely
Difference between safeguard and security

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