precaution

noun

/prɪˈkɔː.ʃən/

/-ˈkɑː-/

Definition

C1 [C] an action that is done to prevent something unpleasant or dangerous happening: Many people have been stockpiling food as a precaution against shortages. They failed to take the necessary precautions to avoid infection.Protection and protectorsEnvironmental issues precautions [plural] › a polite way of referring to contraception (= methods that prevent a woman becoming pregnant): If you're going to have sex, make sure you take precautions.Contraception precautionary

/-ər.i/

/-er.i/ adjective › The company has withdrawn the drug as a precautionary measure.Defending and protectingBacking, supporting and defendingPreserving and saving

(Definition of precaution noun from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

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