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safe-deposit
[ seyf-di-poz-it ]
/ ˈseɪf dɪˌpɒz ɪt /
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adjective
providing safekeeping for valuables: a safe-deposit vault.
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Origin of safe-deposit
An Americanism dating back to 1775–85
Words nearby safe-deposit
safe as houses, safe-blower, safe-breaker, safe-conduct, safecracker, safe-deposit, safe-deposit box, safeguard, safe harbor, safe house, safekeeping
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British Dictionary definitions for safe-deposit
safe-deposit
safety-deposit
noun
- a place or building with facilities for the safe storage of money or valuables
- (as modifier)a safe-deposit box
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