secured
/səˈkjʊrd/
adjective
- Fixed or fastened firmly; made safe or protected.
- The secured door kept the room safe from intruders.
- The cargo was secured tightly in the truck.
- All the windows were secured with strong locks.
- Guaranteed or backed by something of value, especially in finance.
- He took out a secured credit card to build his credit history.
- The bank offered a lower interest rate on a secured debt.
- A secured loan requires collateral such as a house or car.