safe
/ˈseɪ̯f/ noun C2- A box, usually made of metal, in which valuables can be locked for safekeeping.
- A condom.
- A ventilated or refrigerated chest or closet for securing provisions from noxious animals or insects.
- A safety bicycle.
Plural safes
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A very old Mouse, who had escaped many a trap and snare, observed from a safe distance the trick of his crafty foe and said, “Ah!
The Eagle did not prove ungrateful to his deliverer, for seeing the Peasant sitting under a wall which was not safe, he flew toward him and with his talons snatched a bundle from his head.
The Lion concealed himself on seeing her approach, but when she was safe within the cave, sprang upon her and tore her to pieces.
A SHEPHERD penning his sheep in the fold for the night was about to shut up a wolf with them, when his Dog perceiving the wolf said, “Master, how can you expect the sheep to be safe if you admit a wolf into the fold?”
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