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.
A balloon loan is a short-term mortgage with a fixed interest rate and fixed monthly principal and interest payments based on a 30-year amortizing schedule similar to a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. At the end of the term, which typically lasts for three, five or seven years, the outstanding balance (the balloon) must be repaid.