Social Security
/ˈsoʊʃəl səˈkjʊrɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) A government program that provides financial assistance and benefits to individuals, usually upon retirement, disability, or death of a wage earner.
She qualified for social security benefits after reaching retirement age.
- (n.) Legal entitlement to public welfare benefits related to income support and social insurance.
The claimant applied for social security to cover medical expenses due to disability.
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Commentary
Social security generally refers to statutory schemes administered by government agencies; it is distinct from private insurance and involves legally defined eligibility criteria and benefits.
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