• Noun: the state of being free from danger or injury; example: "we support the armed services in the name of national security"
• Noun: a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends; example: "he held several valuable securities"
• Noun: a department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers; example: "the head of security was a former policeman"
• Noun: measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.; example: "military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising"
• Noun: defense against financial failure; financial independence; examples: "his pension gave him security in his old age", "insurance provided protection against loss of wages due to illness"
• Noun: freedom from anxiety or fear; example: "the watch dog gave her a feeling of security"
• Noun: an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in
• Noun: property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation; example: "bankers are reluctant to lend without good security"
• Noun: a guarantee that an obligation will be met
Your security is not in the hands of Kerry, Bush or al-Qaida. Your security is in your own hands.