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Precaution — synonyms, definition

1. precaution (Noun)

23 synonyms
anticipation care carefulness caution defense economy forecast forehandedness foresight forethought frugality guard prevention preventive prevision prophylaxis providence prudence safeguard security • • •
3 definitions

precaution (Noun) — A precautionary measure warding off impending danger, damage or injury etc.. ex. "he put an ice pack on the injury as a precaution"

precaution (Noun) — The trait of practising caution in advance.

precaution (Noun) — Judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger. ex. "he exercised precaution in opening the door"

5 types of
caution circumspection judiciousness measure step
3 types
backstop security security measures