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security deposit

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

noun

  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.

Example Sentences

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By getting creative with furniture, plants, art and lighting, you can make your rental feel like a home without risking the loss of your security deposit.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

They require a security deposit that is usually equal to the credit limit, but they are easier to obtain for people with no or poor credit.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 18, 2025

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

Still, it’s not quite as cheap as it seems: Each tenant must come up with a security deposit of about $10,000.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2024

They put the money toward a security deposit for a one-bed- room apartment in the Twenties, off Third Avenue.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri

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