unsecured
/ʌnsɪˈkjʊrd/
adjective
- Not fixed or fastened securely; loose or unstable.
- An unsecured load can shift and cause an accident.
- The unsecured gate swung open in the wind.
- The unsecured ladder wobbled dangerously as he climbed.
- Not protected against theft, attack, or unauthorized access.
- Never leave your valuables unsecured in a public place.
- The unsecured door made the house an easy target for burglars.
- An unsecured Wi-Fi network can be hacked easily.
- Not guaranteed by collateral (in finance).
- She took out an unsecured credit card with no deposit required.
- An unsecured loan usually has a higher interest rate.
- Unsecured debt includes things like medical bills and credit card balances.
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