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precaution
noun
a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
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pɹiːˈkɔːʃən
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noun
a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
“he put an ice pack on the injury as a precaution”
noun
the trait of practicing caution in advance
noun
judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger
“he exercised caution in opening the door”
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he put an ice pack on the injury as a precaution
an insurance policy is a good safeguard
we let our guard down
he exercised caution in opening the door
he handled the vase with care
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