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- [seyf noun kon-duhkt]
- /seɪf noun ˈkɒn dʌkt/
- /seɪf kənˈdʌkt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [seyf noun kon-duhkt]
- /seɪf noun ˈkɒn dʌkt/
Definitions of safe-conduct word
- noun safe-conduct a document authorizing safe passage through a region, especially in time of war. 1
- noun safe-conduct this privilege. 1
- noun safe-conduct the act of conducting in safety. 1
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Origin of safe-conduct
First appearance:
before 1250 One of the 11% oldest English words
1250-1300; Middle English sauf condut < Middle French sauf-conduit
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Parts of speech for Safe-conduct
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
safe-conduct popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 32% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 74% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
Synonyms for safe-conduct
noun safe-conduct
- comp — Comp is short for compensation.
- legalization — to make legal; authorize.
- empowering — Give (someone) the authority or power to do something.
- legalisation — Alternative spelling of legalization.
Antonyms for safe-conduct
noun safe-conduct
- grounding — the solid surface of the earth; firm or dry land: to fall to the ground.
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