Complete Definition of "belt and suspenders"

English

Noun
en-noun|sg=belt and suspenders|singulare tantum|only in this singular form

  1. redundant|Redundant systems, affording mutual backup in the event of one failing.

#: He believes in a belt and suspenders, booking flights from two different airports on different airlines for important trips.

Adjective
en-adj|pos=belt and suspenders|-
#idiom Having several layers of protection; redundant or over cautious
#:Not wanting to take additional risk, he went with the "belt and suspenders" option, purchasing both the extended warranty and the on-site service policy.

Synonyms
belt and braces {UK)

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