Meaning of the word precautionary in English

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precautionary

US /prɪˈkɑː.ʃən.er.i/
UK /prɪˈkɑː.ʃən.er.i/

Adjective

1.

intended to prevent something unpleasant or dangerous from happening:

Example:
The company has withdrawn the drug as a precautionary measure.
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