security deposit

American  

[si-kyoor-i-tee-di-pahz-it] / sɪˈkjʊər ɪ ti dɪˌpɑz ɪt /

noun

security deposits plural

1. a deposit or sum of money paid in advance to an owner when renting something, usually refundable and meant to cover the owner's costs in case of damages.

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Noun Inflected Forms

• security deposits
  plural

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security deposit

Generally speaking, most leases state that anything outside of normal wear and tear is considered property damage and might result in a deduction from your security deposit.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 30, 2026

I wouldn’t heavily renovate a rental property and still expect to get my security deposit back, especially without first discussing my plans with the landlord or management company.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 30, 2026

Moving expenses can depend on the size of the move, the time of year, the distance and the cost of your new rent, security deposit and other fees.

From Salon ● Feb. 15, 2025

You will no longer be required to pay rent and your landlord must return your security deposit.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 14, 2025

And when he left Freebie alone in the car for two seconds, the dog chewed the steering wheel, thus ensuring they weren’t getting their security deposit back.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty

Related Words

• deposit