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safe

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

  2. A condom.

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

Synonymscoffer, lockbox, strongbox
verb
  1. To make something safe.

adjective
  1. Not in danger; out of harm's reach.

    "You’ll be safe here."

  2. Free from risk.

    "It’s safe to eat this."

    Similar: harmless, riskless

  3. Providing protection from danger; providing shelter.

    "We have to find a safe spot, where we can hide out until this is over."

Synonymscool, wicked, easy-going, lenient, merciful, tolerant
Antonymsdangerous, harmful, harsh, intolerant, strict, unsafe

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