Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

safe-seat

Noun

/ˈseɪf siːt/

Definition

A safe-seat is a political term used to describe a district or constituency that is regarded as secure for a particular political party or candidate, making it highly unlikely for the seat to be lost in elections.

Examples

The candidate won the election because they represented a safe-seat for their party.
Political analysts often target safe-seats when predicting election outcomes.
Many politicians begin their careers in safe-seats to build experience and a solid voter base.

Meaning

It refers to an electoral district where one party has such a strong support that it is almost guaranteed to win the seat, regardless of economic or social changes.