To secure
Example: They secure the system against external threats
Definition
"To secure" means to make something safe or protected from harm, danger, or unauthorized access. It involves taking measures or actions to ensure the safety, stability, or reliability of a system, object, or situation, such as securing the system against external threats.
Etymology
The word "to secure" comes from the Latin word 'securus,' meaning 'free from care' or 'safe.' It entered English through Old French in the 14th century. Did you know? The root 'securus' combines 'se-' meaning 'without' and 'cura' meaning 'care' or 'concern,' so securing something originally meant making it free from worry.
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"To secure" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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