precaution meaning and definition

PRECAUTION noun

Definition of precaution (noun)

1. a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
   • "he put an ice pack on the injury as a precaution"; "an insurance policy is a good safeguard"; "we let our guard down"
   • synonyms: guard, safeguard
2. the trait of practicing caution in advance
3. judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger
   • "he exercised caution in opening the door"; "he handled the vase with care"
   • synonyms: care, caution, forethought