precautionary

[US]/prɪˈkɔ:ʃəˌneri:/

[UK]/prɪ'kɔʃən,ɛri/

Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. taken in advance to prevent harm or secure safety; cautious.

precautionary measure

take precautionary steps

precautionary principle

taking precautionary measures; gave precautionary advice.

He thrusts aside all precautionary advice.

children were evacuated as a precautionary measure.

precautionary measures in place

precautionary measures against cyber attacks

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