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Mean to be secure (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

tight

This clue is a double definition.

'mean' is the first definition.
(synonyms)

'be secure' is the second definition.
(similar in meaning)

'to' acts as a link.

(Other definitions for tight that I've seen before include "Firmly fastened; tense" , "Close-fitting; drunk" , "Miserly or blotto" , "with limited room to manoeuvre" , "Close-fitting; cramped; mean" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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