safe

A2
Pronunciation
/seɪf/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

A box, usually made of metal, in which valuables can be locked for safekeeping.

2 Definition

A condom.

3 Definition

A ventilated or refrigerated chest or closet for securing provisions from noxious animals or insects.

4 Definition

A safety bicycle.

Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To make something safe.

Adjective
11 definition(s)
1 Definition

Not in danger; out of harm's reach.

Example Sentences
  • You’ll be safe here.
2 Definition

Free from risk.

Synonyms
harmless riskless
Antonyms
dangerous harmful
Example Sentences
  • It’s safe to eat this.
3 Definition

Providing protection from danger; providing shelter.

Example Sentences
  • We have to find a safe spot, where we can hide out until this is over.
4 Definition

When a batter successfully reaches first base, or when a baserunner successfully advances to the next base or returns to the base he last occupied; not out.

Example Sentences
  • The pitcher attempted to pick off the runner at first, but he was safe.
5 Definition

Properly secured.

Synonyms
secure
Example Sentences
  • The documents are safe.
6 Definition

(used after a noun, often forming a compound) Not susceptible to a specified source of harm.

Example Sentences
  • dishwasher-safe
7 Definition

Great, cool, awesome, respectable; a term of approbation, often as interjection.

Synonyms
cool wicked
8 Definition

Lenient, usually describing a teacher that is easy-going.

Synonyms
easy-going lenient merciful tolerant
Antonyms
harsh intolerant strict
9 Definition

Reliable; trusty.

Synonyms
trustworthy
10 Definition

Cautious.

11 Definition

Of a programming language, type-safe or more generally offering well-defined behavior despite programming errors.