social security number
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Definition
- Noun:
- A unique nine-digit identification number: A "social security number" is a specific numerical identifier issued to individuals by the U.S. government for the purpose of tracking income and benefits under the Social Security program.
- A personal account identifier: It serves as the reference number for an individual's official Social Security account, used for taxation, employment, and accessing government services.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- You must provide your social security number on the job application form.
- The bank requires your social security number to open a new account.
- Protecting your social security number from identity theft is very important.
Advanced Usage
"To have a social security number": To be assigned this official identifier.
- Every U.S. citizen and authorized resident should have a social security number.
"To memorize one's social security number": To commit the nine-digit sequence to memory for frequent use.
- It is advisable to memorize your social security number instead of carrying the card.
Variants and Related Words
Social Security card (n): The physical card issued by the Social Security Administration that displays an individual's name and social security number.
- Keep your Social Security card in a safe place.
SSN (n): A common initialism for "social security number".
- Please write your SSN in the box provided.
Synonyms
- Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) (n): A broader category of identification numbers for tax purposes, which includes the SSN.
- National identification number (n): A general term for a country-specific ID number; the SSN is the U.S. version, though it is not technically a national ID.
Related Phrases
- Social Security Administration (SSA) (n): The U.S. government agency responsible for issuing social security numbers and administering the Social Security program.
- You can apply for a social security number at your local Social Security Administration office.
Important Notes
- The term "social security number" is a fixed compound noun. It is a singular, countable noun (e.g., , ).
- It is primarily used in the context of the United States. Other countries have different systems and identifiers.
Noun
- the number of a particular individual's Social Security account