securement

noun

se·​cure·​ment si-ˈkyu̇r-mənt How to pronounce securement (audio)
-ˈkyər-
1
obsolete : protection
2
: the act or process of securing

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According to a probable-cause affidavit obtained by NJ.com, troopers performing a load securement check asked to examine how the tractor-trailer’s doors were sealed. — Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2025 Finally, the School Board can collaborate with SROs to evaluate policies and procedures for opportunities to ensure point of entry/classroom securement, as well as education for parents about gun safety and proper storage. — Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 16 Oct. 2024

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First Known Use

1622, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of securement was in 1622

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securement

noun
se·​cure·​ment si-ˈkyu̇(ə)r-mənt How to pronounce securement (audio)
: the act or process of making secure
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