SAFETY NUT Synonyms
There is 1 hypernym of the phrase safety nut. (close relations)
Definition of SAFETY NUT
Best Alternative Words for SAFETY NUT
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| backup | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an accumulation caused by clogging or a stoppage • someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult) • a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts • (computer science) a copy of a file or directory on a separate storage device • the act of providing approval and support | ||||||||
| cushion | nounn | |||||||
noun • a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses • the layer of air that supports a hovercraft or similar vehicle • a soft bag filled with air or a mass of padding such as feathers or foam rubber etc. verb • protect from impact | ||||||||
| fail-safe | noun, adjectiven, adj | |||||||
noun • a mechanism capable of returning to a safe state in case there is a failure or malfunction adjective satellite • guaranteed not to fail • eliminating danger by compensating automatically for a failure or malfunction | ||||||||
| safeguard | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc. • a document or escort providing safe passage through a region especially in time of war verb • make safe • escort safely | ||||||||
| security measure | nounn | |||||||
noun • an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in | ||||||||
| locknut | nounn | |||||||
noun • supplementary nut that is screwed down on a primary nut to prevent it from loosening | ||||||||
