failsafe
|fail/safe|
B2
/ˈfeɪlˌseɪf/
prevent failure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'failsafe' originates from the combination of 'fail' and 'safe', where 'fail' means 'to be unsuccessful' and 'safe' means 'free from harm'.
Historical Evolution
'failsafe' was coined in the mid-20th century to describe systems that prevent failure.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a mechanism to prevent failure', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a system or plan that is designed to prevent failure or malfunction.
The engineers implemented a failsafe to prevent data loss.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41