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/seɣu.ɾiˈðað/

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Translation

security, safety, certainty

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Word origin

From Latin securitas, securitatem ('freedom from care, safety'), from securus ('secure'), formed from se- ('without') and cura ('care').

Origin
Latin
Root
securitatem
English cognates
security, secure

Grammar

Genderfeminine

Examples

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The airport increased security following the problems.

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The safety of the children is the absolute priority.

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She spoke with complete certainty about the report results.

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We went through the security check without any problem.

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The bank spent a lot on computer security.

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This word is taught in chapter 7, lesson 9: seguridad, lindo, agente and 6 more words.