security measure
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3.6
- noun
- /sɪˈkjʊrɪti ˈmɛʒər/
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medida de seguridad
- The mall implemented several security measures, including metal detectors and surveillance cameras, to ensure the safety of its customers.
Examples
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When an outsider comes in... ...we generally kill him, as a security measure.
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Some of you may be very thankful for that security measure, while others may find it intrusive and completely unnecessary.
Blog text (12) -
This is a security measure aimed at preventing robbers from gaining access to the house.
Academic text (2007) -
That's a security measure.
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This group urged cooperation with the evacuation order, calling it a military necessity and a legitimate security measure, and sought to demonstrate their loyalty through compliance.
Academic text (1995) -
" The naval blockade was imposed as a legitimate security measure in order to prevent weapons from entering Gaza by sea, and its implementation complied with the requirements of international law."
Blog text (1) -
Since no security measure by itself is sufficient, we propose a portfolio of security measures that includes biometric technologies to strengthen authentication services, enhance trust, and promote confidence in the integrity of the AIS.
Academic text (2003) -
That's why your dumb community organizer who got elected by smokers like you hasn't undone one single Bush homeland security measure, and in fact has tripled down on them to the point.
Blog text (12) -
Installing a new lock on the front door is a simple yet effective security measure to prevent break-ins.
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As a security measure, the airport increased the number of staff at checkpoints to screen passengers more thoroughly.
Synonyms
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4.0
A way to protect someone or something from harm
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3.3
A set of devices like cameras and sensors that warn about intruders
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3.7
Actions and devices that stop people from spying, stealing, or damaging property
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2.5
A group of devices that warns you automatically about danger like fire or a break-in
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3.0
A device that makes a loud noise when someone breaks into a house or shop
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4.4
An action or tool that protects a country from attack
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3.7
A device or system that stops people from stealing
A lock on a door that keeps people from opening it from outside
Antonyms
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Morphology
The noun is directly compositional: combining 'security' (protection) with 'measure' (an action or step) yields a step taken to provide protection. This structure is cross-linguistically common (e.g., 'medida de seguridad') and a B1 learner who knows both words will readily infer the intended meaning.
Etymology
Security measure comes from the simple image of a person adding a lock, alarm, or window sensor to stop thieves; this is a measure, a step to make the place secure. So it means a device or method that 'protects' property and 'detects' a break-in.