Meaning of the word precaution in English

What does precaution mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

precaution

US /prɪˈkɑː.ʃən/
UK /prɪˈkɑː.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

a measure taken in advance to prevent something undesirable from happening

Example:
As a precaution, we evacuated the building.
Always take necessary precautions when handling chemicals.
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