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/ˈkɔːʃən/
Meaning & Definition
noun
Care taken to avoid danger or mistakes.
He approached the steep cliff with caution.
A warning or a piece of information given to prevent an undesired outcome.
The doctor gave her a caution about the side effects of the medication.
verb
To warn someone about a potential danger or to advise them to be careful.
The teacher cautioned the students to be mindful of their surroundings.
To advise someone to be cautious in their actions.
He cautioned his friend against making hasty decisions.
Etymology
From Latin cautio meaning 'caution, care, foresight'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
exercise caution:
To be careful in a situation to avoid risk.
cautionary tale:
A story told to warn of potential danger or consequences.
with caution:
To do something carefully to avoid danger.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
Play it safe
He decided to play it safe rather than take unnecessary risks.
Better safe than sorry
Always check your gear before hiking; better safe than sorry.