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