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precaution - Dictionary definition and meaning for precaution
PRECAUTION
(noun) a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
"he put an ice pack on the injury as a precaution", "an insurance policy is a good safeguard", "we let our guard down"
synonyms : guard , safeguard(noun) the trait of practicing caution in advance
(noun) judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger
"he exercised caution in opening the door", "he handled the vase with care"
synonyms : care , caution , forethought
WordNet® 3.0, © 2006 by Princeton University.
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