Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
safety-in-numbers
idiom
/ˈseɪfti ɪn ˈnʌmbərz/
Definition
The idea that individuals are less vulnerable to danger when they are part of a larger group.
Examples
- Many people feel a sense of safety-in-numbers when they travel in groups.
- She didn’t want to walk alone in the dark, believing in safety-in-numbers.
Meaning
The phrase implies that being in a crowd or part of a group offers protection and reduces the likelihood of risk.
Synonyms
- Group security
- Collective protection
- Strength in numbers
