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social security
This term functions as a mass noun referring to a systemic framework of protection. It encompasses both the specific administrative government programs (such as the Social Security Administration in the US) and the broader conceptual state of societal welfare. When referring to the specific government program, it is often treated as a proper noun in American English, though it remains an uncountable concept.
Because it is an uncountable noun, it cannot be pluralized to describe multiple programs or systems. Instead, speakers use partitive constructions or modifiers such as "social security systems" or "social security benefits" to specify individual components or different national models.
Meanings
A government-funded program that provides financial assistance to people with a reduced ability to earn a living due to old age, disability, or unemployment.
The government is debating whether to raise the eligibility age for social security.
Examples
I wonder if my social security benefits will be enough to cover my rent in retirement.
You need to provide your social security number to complete the employment paperwork.
The new policy aims to strengthen social security for single parents.
Do you think we can rely on social security alone when we get older?
Many elderly citizens depend entirely on social security for their basic needs.
The country has a robust system of social security that ensures no one falls into extreme poverty.
I need to check my social security statement online to see my projected monthly payment.
The government is cutting social security spending to reduce the national deficit.