English Words Starting With S

• safari

  nounverb-intransitiveC1
  /səˈfɑːri/An expedition, often for the purpose of observing or hunting wild animals, especially in eastern Africa.
• safari jacket

  nounLow
  /səˈfɑː.ri ˌdʒæk.ɪt/A belted, lightweight jacket, typically with four patch pockets and a self-fabric belt, originally designed for outdoor pursuits.
• safari park

  nounB1
  /səˌfɑː.ri ˈpɑːk/A large enclosed area where wild animals are kept in conditions that are as close as possible to their natural habitat, and where people can drive through to observe them.
• safari shirt

  nounLow
  /səˈfɑːri ʃɜːt/A shirt designed for or inspired by safari wear, typically featuring epaulets, multiple pockets, and made from durable, lightweight fabric.
• safari suit

  nounC1
  /səˈfɑːri suːt/A lightweight, casual suit, typically with multiple pockets and epaulettes, originally designed for travel and outdoor activities in hot climates.
• safavid

  nounC2
  /ˈsæfəvɪd/A member of a Persian dynasty (1501–1736) that established Shiite Islam as the state religion and created a powerful empire in Iran.
• safe

  adjectiveadverbnounA1
  /seɪf/Protected from or unlikely to cause danger, harm, or loss.
• safe area

  nounB2
  /ˈseɪf ˌeə.ri.ə/A designated space or region protected from danger, harm, or attack.
• safe harbor

  nounMedium
  /ˌseɪf ˈhɑːbə/A place, situation, or provision that offers protection from liability, danger, or punitive consequences.
• safe house

  nounC1
  /ˈseɪf ˌhaʊs/A secret place where someone can hide or be protected, especially from the police, enemies, or other dangers.
• safe period

  nounC1
  /ˌseɪf ˈpɪə.ri.əd/The time in a menstrual cycle when conception is least likely to occur, historically used as a method of birth control.
• safe seat

  nounC2
  /ˌseɪf ˈsiːt/In politics, a parliamentary or congressional constituency/electoral district that is reliably held by one political party, with a very low chance of being won by another in an election.
• safe sex

  nounC1
  /ˌseɪf ˈseks/Sexual activity that reduces the risk of transmitting or acquiring sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
• safe space

  nounC1-C2 (high frequency in socio-political, academic, and certain media contexts; less common in general everyday conversation)
  /ˌseɪf ˈspeɪs/A physical or, more commonly, social environment where a person or group can feel secure, respected, and free from criticism, harassment, or psychological harm, especially regarding identity or sensitive topics.
• safe surfing

  nounB2
  /ˌseɪf ˈsɜː.fɪŋ/The practice of navigating the internet securely to protect personal information, avoid malicious software, and prevent unauthorised access.
• safe word

  nounC1
  /ˈseɪf ˌwɜːd/A pre-agreed word used to immediately stop an activity, especially in BDSM or role-play contexts, to indicate a genuine need to cease.
• safe-blower

  nounVery Low
  /ˈseɪf ˌbləʊ.ə/A person who uses explosives to open and rob safes.
• safe-breaker

  nounLow
  /ˈseɪf ˌbreɪ.kər/A person who breaks open safes, typically to steal the contents.
• safe-conduct

  nounverbC2 / Low-frequency (Specialized/Formal/Historical)
  /ˌseɪf ˈkɒn.dʌkt/A document or official permission granting safe passage through a region, especially in a time of conflict or war.
• safe-deposit

  adjectivenounC1
  /ˌseɪf dɪˈpɒzɪt/A secure storage box or compartment, typically located in a bank vault, rented to customers for storing valuables.

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