Security alarm. A security alarm is a system designed to detect intrusion â unauthorized entry â into a building or other area. Security alarms are used in residential, commercial, industrial, and military properties for protection against burglary (theft) or property damage, as well as personal protection against intruders.
Dictionary entry overview: What does inadequate mean? â¢ INADEQUATE (adjective) The adjective INADEQUATE has 2 senses: 1. (sometimes followed by 'to') not meeting the requirements especially of a task 2. not sufficient to meet a need Familiarity information: INADEQUATE used as an adjective is rare.
1 Consideration is not adequate if it involves an illusory promise or an item that is worthless (i.e., has no legal value, such as fake money). 2  Inadequate consideration does not automatically invalidate a contract. 3  However, inadequate consideration generally has the effect of making the contract unenforceable in court.