English Explanatory Dictionary

safe mode

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A troubleshooting mode of many operating systems in which most advanced functions are not activated.
  2. An emergency mode of many unmanned spacecraft in which nonessential systems are shut down and the spacecraft assumes a preset attitude towards the sun while awaiting commands from ground control.

Word forms

safe mode
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