fixed firmly so it cannot move, fall, or be taken
Is the ladder secure against the wall?
Make sure the lid is secure before shaking the bottle.
safe from harm, attack, or loss
The museum's jewels are kept in a secure glass case.
Make sure the campsite is secure before nightfall.
to fasten or tie something firmly so it will not move, fall, or be taken
She secured the rope to a tree before climbing down.
Please secure your seat belt.
to protect something so it is safe from danger, attack, or loss
Soldiers secured the area before civilians arrived.
The company is upgrading software to secure customer data.
feeling confident and free from worry that something will be lost or harmed
With her parents nearby, the child felt secure.
A steady job can make people feel secure about the future.
to get or achieve something, especially after effort
She finally secured a scholarship to the university.
The team secured first place in the tournament.
