SECURITY — 8 letter word
security
The word security has 8 letters: S, E, C, U, R, I, T, Y. It contains 3 vowels and 5 consonants. It scores 13 points in Scrabble and 14 in Words With Friends. As a noun, it means "measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.".
8 letter word "security": S E C U R I T Y — noun
Scrabble score: 13 Words With Friends score: 14
Letter analysis of security
| Letter | Count | Type | Scrabble pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 1 | Consonant | 1 |
| E | 1 | Vowel | 1 |
| C | 1 | Consonant | 3 |
| U | 1 | Vowel | 1 |
| R | 1 | Consonant | 1 |
| I | 1 | Vowel | 1 |
| T | 1 | Consonant | 1 |
| Y | 1 | Consonant | 4 |
3 vowels, 5 consonants, 8 unique letters
Definition of security
noun
- measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc. "military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising" Synonyms: security measures
- an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in Synonyms: security system, security measure
- a guarantee that an obligation will be met Synonyms: surety
- freedom from anxiety or fear "The watch dog gave us a feeling of security."
- a department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers "the head of security was a former policeman" Synonyms: security department
- defense against financial failure Synonyms: protection
- property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation "bankers are reluctant to lend without good security" Synonyms: surety
- a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment Synonyms: certificate
- the state of being free from danger or injury "we support the armed services in the name of national security"
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