precaution

noun/prɪˈkɔʃən/

Frequency rank: #8,601 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)

Meaning

a measure taken in advance to prevent harm or prepare for possible danger.

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Example sentence

Before hiking in the mountains, she took every precaution to ensure her safety.

Synonyms & related words

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