Meaning of the word safe in English

What does safe mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

safe

US /seɪf/

UK /seɪf/

protected from or not exposed to danger or risk; not in danger or at risk

Example:

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Keep your valuables in a safe place.

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The children are safe at home.

Synonym:

secure protected guarded out of harm's way

Antonym:

dangerous risky unsafe

not likely to cause or lead to harm or injury

Example:

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This toy is safe for children.

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It's safe to drink the water here.

Synonym:

harmless innocuous benign

Antonym:

harmful damaging hazardous

a strong metal box or cabinet with a complex lock, used for storing valuables

Example:

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He kept his important documents in the safe.

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The jewelry was locked away in a fireproof safe.

Synonym:

strongbox vault coffer