safe

adjective (PLACE)

/seɪf/

Definition

C1 (of a place) where something is not likely to be lost or stolen: Keep your passport in a safe place. safeness

/ˈseɪf.nəs/ noun [U] › I'm a bit worried about the safeness of this machine for (= whether this machine will cause any danger to) children.Safe and secure

(Definition of safe adjective (PLACE) from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

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safari suit noun
safe adjective (NO RISK)
safe adjective (NOT CAUSING HARM)
safe adjective (NOT IN DANGER)
safe adjective (PARLIAMENT)
safe adjective (PLACE)
safe conduct noun
safe deposit box noun
safe haven noun
safe house noun
safe noun

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