Dictionary
pre•cau•tion
Pronunciation: (pri-kô'shun), [key]—
n.
1. a measure taken in advance to avert possible evil or to secure good results.
2. caution employed beforehand; prudent foresight.
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v.t.
to forewarn; put on guard.
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