Dream Dictionary

Security

To dream that you have a sense of security, suggests that you may be experiencing much insecurity in your waking life.

The dream is compensating for your lack of security. You need to feel well-protected, both physically and emotionally.

Dictionary definition

  • n. 1: the state of being free from danger or injury; "we support the armed services in the name of national security" [ant: insecurity]
  • 2: defense against financial failure; financial independence; "his pension gave him security in his old age"; "insurance provided protection against loss of wages due to illness" [syn: security, protection]
  • 3: freedom from anxiety or fear; "the watch dog gave her a feeling of security"
  • 4: a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends; "he held several valuable securities" [syn: security, certificate]
  • 5: property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation; "bankers are reluctant to lend without good security" [syn: security, surety]
  • 6: a department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers; "the head of security was a former policeman" [syn: security, security department]
  • 7: a guarantee that an obligation will be met [syn: security, surety]
  • 8: an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in [syn: security system, security measure, security]
  • 9: measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.; "military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising" [syn: security, security measures]