safety net
noun
Definition of safety net
: something that provides security against misfortune or difficulty
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Examples of safety net in a Sentence
The program provides a safety net for people who have lost their jobs.
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First Known Use of safety net
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SAFETY NET Defined for English Language Learners
safety net
noun
Definition of safety net for English Language Learners
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: a net that is placed below acrobats to catch them if they fall
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: something that helps someone who is in a difficult situation
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