safen

/ˈseɪfɛn/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or put something safe; to protect or secure something

“The company will safen its data to prevent hacking.”

2. verb

to make something safe from danger or harm

“The lifeguard will safen the swimmers from the strong current.”

3. verb

to secure something in a safe place

“Please safen the important documents in the file cabinet.”

4. verb

to make someone or something secure or safe

“The police will safen the area from potential threats.”

Synonyms

  • protect
  • secure

Antonyms

  • endanger
  • jeopardize