Definitions

1. noun

the act of taking steps to prevent something bad from happening

“The company took various precautions to avoid any potential disasters.”

2. noun

a measure taken to prevent or mitigate a potential problem or risk

“Wearing a helmet is a precaution for cyclists.”

3. noun

a warning or signal of possible danger

“The weather forecast served as a precaution for the upcoming storm.”

4. noun

caution or carefulness in thought or action

“The driver took a precaution to check the road conditions before driving.”

5. verb

to take steps to prevent something bad from happening

“The manager decided to precaution against the unexpected market drop.”