释义 |
to be on the safe side (just) to be on the safe side ► F0 being especially careful in order to avoid something unpleasant: » I'm sure it won't rain, but I'll take an umbrella (just) to be on the safe side (= to be ready if it does rain).Thesaurus+: ↑Cautious and vigilant , ↑Paying attention and being carefulsafeness /ˈseɪf.nəs/ noun [U] ► F0» I'm a bit worried about the safeness of this machine for (= whether this machine will cause any danger to) children.Thesaurus+: ↑Safe and secure |