die Sicherung
Translation
fuse, safety device, securing, backup
Examples
Die Sicherung ist durchgebrannt.
The fuse has blown.
Die Datensicherung ist sehr wichtig.
The data backup is very important.
Die Sicherung der Baustelle ist obligatorisch.
Securing the construction site is mandatory.
Grammar Patterns
((the securing/backup)) ((of sth.)) the securing/backup of sth. The securing of the data is important.
((the fuse)) ((as subject/object)) the fuse The fuse has blown.
Similar Words
Schutz (protection), Absicherung (safeguarding)
Etymology
From the verb 'sichern' (to secure, to save) and the noun-forming suffix '-ung'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'the act of making something secure (sicher)'. This applies to an electrical fuse, a data backup, or securing a location.