adj, saf*er  saf*est  :  not causing harm or injury : esp  :  having a low incidence of adverse reactions and significant side effects when adequate instructions for use are given and having a low potential for harm under conditions of widespread availability <a list of drugs generally regarded as >  < use in pregnancy has not been established -Emergency Medicine>  safe*ty n pl  -ties  
 
 
 
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