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PRECAUTIONARY

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Taken in advance to protect against possible danger or failure

Example:

I would take precautionary steps to keep him away

Synonyms:

precautional; precautionary

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

preventative; preventive (tending to prevent or hinder)

Derivation:

precaution (a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.)

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