safety-deposit

[ seyf-tee-di-poz-it ]

adjective

1. safe-deposit.

Word History and Origins

Origin of safety-deposit¹

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

“Last I heard, they kept safety-deposit boxes there—which is what I assume this key unlocks.”

From Literature

But investigators have yet to search a number of safety-deposit boxes and storage facilities linked to the suspects.

From Los Angeles Times

Two bank officials also said customers might be allowed to access their safety-deposit boxes and make non-cash transactions at bank branches.

From Washington Post

They said they are confident some of these were items stolen during the burglary, when thieves broke into a vault containing safety-deposit boxes.

From US News

Demand for safety-deposit boxes is up, suggesting customers are hoarding foreign currency.

From Economist