(of a place or position) To have occupied
(of a boat or vessel) Past tense for to moor
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To have attained or achieved
To have captured by force
(of a place or position) To have occupied
To have set up on a long-term basis
To have acted on an opportunity
Unequivocally designated or taken
Past tense for to receive, usually as return for effort
“The network moved quickly to secure the rights to broadcast the grand tournament.”
Past tense for to put securely in place
“Wrap each morsel in a slice of cheese, and secure them in place with a toothpick.”
Past tense for to make safe or protect against threats
“The Queen would send forth her army to secure the borders of her kingdom.”
(of a door or opening) Past tense for to close so as to protect from unauthorized entry
“It's probably best to always secure your doors in this neighborhood.”
Past tense for to provide a legal assurance of something
“A written constitution would secure the rights of each individual.”
(of a boat or vessel) Past tense for to moor
“He killed the engine, then leaped out to secure the boat.”
Physically strengthened or protected against attacks
Immovable, or fixed in place
Providing legal or financial assurance
Having been gained or earned into one's possession
Shut, not open, especially of a door
Restricted in physical movement
Being attached or fastened to something
Kept in one's possession
Certain or established as a rule or fact
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