The Clue
Making safe (8 letter answer)
The Answer
SECURING
Tags
Notes
The answer SECURING is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
SECURE as a verb:
1. (procure, secure) = get by special effort; "He procured extra cigarettes even though they were rationed"
2. (fasten, fix, secure) = cause to be firmly attached; "fasten the lock onto the door"; "she fixed her gaze on the man"
3. assure payment of
4. (guarantee, ensure, insure, assure, secure) = make certain of; "This nest egg will ensure a nice retirement for us"; "Preparation will guarantee success!"
5. (plug, stop up, secure) = fill or close tightly with or as if with a plug; "plug the hole"; "stop up the leak"
6. (batten, batten down, secure) = furnish with battens; "batten ships"