Definitions

1. noun

A warning or proviso, especially one attached to a promise or agreement.

“The fine print included a caveat that the sale was final and non-negotiable.”

2. noun

A Latin phrase, especially one used to qualify or limit a statement, such as ‘caveat emptor’.

“The lawyer’s use of the caveat ‘caveat emptor’ meant that the buyer was on their own.”

3. verb

To issue a warning or caution about something.

“The doctor cautioned her patient to caveat the risks associated with the new medication.”