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    Caution (en. Caution)

    /ko.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Precautionary or careful measure.
    He acted with the utmost caution in this matter.
    Il a agi avec la plus grande caution dans cette affaire.
    Funds deposited to guarantee an obligation.
    She requested a deposit to rent the apartment.
    Elle a demandé une caution pour louer l'appartement.
    Notice of distrust and caution.
    Her reaction was made with a certain caution.
    Sa réaction a été faite avec une certaine caution.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'cautionem', meaning 'guarantee, security'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to put in collateral
    To deposit a guarantee to secure an obligation.
    mettre en caution
    joint guarantee
    Commitment made by several people to guarantee a debt.
    caution solidaire
    to act with caution
    To take wise measures to avoid risks.
    agir avec précaution

    Related Words

    precaution
    Act of preventing dangers or risks.
    précaution
    guarantee
    Security provided to ensure the fulfillment of an obligation.
    garantie
    responsibility
    Obligation to be accountable for one's actions.
    responsabilité

    Slang Meanings

    Prudent behavior in risky situations.
    He always plays it safe when it comes to making decisions.
    Il joue toujours la caution quand il s'agit de prendre des décisions.
    To have distrust towards something.
    In this project, there is too much caution to feel comfortable.
    Dans ce projet, il y a trop de caution pour être à l'aise.