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Definition safely in British English

safely adverb

adverb
/ˈseɪfli/
1

in a way that is not likely to cause damage, injury, or harm

Example

Remember to drive safely.

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2

in a way that gives protection from being hurt, damaged, or stolen

Example

Keep plastic bags safely out of the reach of children.

Example

The portrait was safely stored in a strongroom.

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3

without being damaged, hurt, or lost

Example

All the children have been returned safely to their parents.

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4

in a way that does not involve a lot of risk

Example

My savings are invested safely.

Example

We can safely assume that she was not there that night.

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Definition safely in British English