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safe space

American  

[seyf speys] / ˈseɪf ˈspeɪs /

noun

1. a place that provides a physically and emotionally safe environment for a person or group of people, especially a place where people can freely express themselves without fear of prejudice, negative judgment, etc..

   a safe space for single moms to share their experiences.

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Usage

What does safe space mean? A safe space is a physical or metaphorical place for people, usually of marginalized identities, to feel free of judgment or harm

Etymology

Origin of safe space

First recorded in 2005–10

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In addition, 12-step support groups such as Debtors Anonymous offer a safe space.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 17, 2026

"If that had happened any other day it would have really knocked me, but I knew I was coming to such a safe space where I can just be myself," Mayman says.

From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2026

Bartender Markie insists the sports bar where she works is a safe space for anyone to watch the game.

From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2026

The Women’s Leadership Summit was their safe space, a refuge from campuses or workplaces they described as hostile as ever to their conservative beliefs.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026

We’re also going to create a club, specifically to create a safe space for Black students and other students of color to share experiences.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh