social security
English
Noun
- A system whereby the state either through general or specific taxation provides various benefits to help ensure the wellbeing of its citizens.
- Those benefits paid under such a system.
- (US) A specific such social benefit providing income in retirement or disability.
Translations
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References
- Oxford English Dictionary, 1884–1928, and First Supplement, 1933.
- (OED2)
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