Transportation Safety Terms

noun a strong fireproof cabinet with a complex lock, used for the storage of valuables

adjective free from danger or harm; secure

• It is important to follow safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment.
• Make sure you lock the door to keep your belongings safe.
• I always feel like my money is safe when it's in this bank.
• She found solace in his arms, feeling safe and protected.

noun the act of opening a car door into the path of a passing cyclist or other road user, often causing a collision or injury

• The cyclist was injured due to a dooring incident caused by a parked car.
• Watch out for dooring when riding your bike in the city.
• I almost got doored by a careless driver today.
• Her sudden outburst was like a dooring that caught everyone off guard.