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precaution

noun

[L. precautus, proecaveo; proe, before, and caveo, to take care.]

Previous caution or care; caution previously employed to prevent mischief or secure good in possession.

precaution

verb transitive
To warn or advise beforehand for preventing mischief or securing good.