Definition

Noun: 1. Precautionary actions: Steps or procedures implemented to protect against specific dangers, such as theft, espionage, sabotage, or other threats to safety and stability. - Example: "The company reviewed its security measures after the data breach." 2. Protective systems: The collective methods, policies, and physical or technological barriers designed to ensure safety and prevent unauthorized access or harm. - Example: "Airport security measures include baggage screening and identity checks."

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Strict security measures are in place at the embassy.
  • The new software update includes enhanced security measures to protect user privacy.
  • The conference organizers implemented several security measures, including badge checks and bag searches.

Advanced Usage

• "to tighten security measures": To make existing protective procedures more strict or comprehensive.
  • The government decided to tighten security measures at all border crossings.
• "a breach of security measures": An event where protective procedures are circumvented or fail.
  • The incident was a serious breach of security measures.

Variants and Related Words

• Security (n): The general state of being safe or the department responsible for protection.
  • Example: "She works in corporate security."
• Security protocol (n): A specific, formal set of rules or procedures for protection.
  • Example: "All employees must follow the security protocol for handling sensitive data."
• Countermeasure (n): An action taken to offset another action or threat; often used in similar contexts.
  • Example: "The new encryption is a countermeasure against hacking."

Synonyms

• Safeguards: Measures taken to protect someone or something.
• Precautions: Actions taken in advance to prevent potential danger or failure.
• Protections: Defenses or shields against harm.

Related Phrases

• Security detail: A group of people assigned to protect a person or place.
  • The president's security detail is always nearby.
• Security check: An inspection to ensure safety procedures are followed.
  • Everyone must pass through a security check before boarding.

Related Idioms

• To err on the side of caution: To choose a course of action that is safe, even if it might be excessive, often leading to robust security measures.
  • Regarding the event's safety, they decided to err on the side of caution and double the number of guards.

Noun

1. measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.
   • military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising