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1
in a manner that is held or positioned firmly and reliably
- She fastened the gate securely to prevent it from swinging open in the wind.
- The heavy box was securely tied down to the truck bed to avoid shifting during transport.
- The climbers anchored themselves securely to the rock face before attempting the ascent.
- The bicycle was securely chained to the bike rack to deter theft.
2
in a manner free from fear or risk
Antonyms:
3
in an invulnerable manner
4
cause to undergo combustion
Synonyms:
5