precaution pre‧cau‧tion [prɪˈkɔːʆn ǁ -ˈkɒː-] noun [countable]
something done to prevent something unpleasant or dangerous happening:
• All companies with limited resources must take precautions to limit their liability.
• As a precaution, the company advised consumers to examine any jar before it is opened.
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precaution UK US /prɪˈkɔːʃən/ noun [C, especially plural]
► something that is done to try and protect a person or thing from something dangerous or harmful: »
The bank decided to reduce interest rates as a precaution against inflation.
»We're taking every precaution necessary to ensure the safety of our employees.
»necessary/safety/security precautions
Financial and business terms. 2012.