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Definition of Caution

1. Verb. Warn strongly; put on guard.

2. Noun. The trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger. "A man of caution"

3. Noun. A warning against certain acts. "A caveat against unfair practices"

4. Noun. Judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger. "He handled the vase with care"

5. Noun. The trait of being circumspect and prudent.

Definition of Caution

1. n. A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided; prudence in regard to danger; provident care; wariness.

2. v. t. To give notice of danger to; to warn; to exhort [one] to take heed.

3. n. A pledge, bond, or other security for the performance of an obligation either in or out of judicial proceedings; the promise or contract of one not for himself but another; security.

Definition of Caution

1. Noun. Precept or warning against evil or danger of any kind; exhortation to wariness; advice; injunction. ¹

2. Noun. A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided; prudence in regard to danger; provident care; wariness. ¹

3. Noun. Security; guaranty; bail. ¹

4. Noun. One that gives rise to attention or astonishment ¹

5. Verb. (transitive) To warn; to alert, advise that caution is warranted. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Caution

1. to warn [v -ED, -ING, -S] - See also: warn

Lexicographical Neighbors of Caution

cauterises cauterising cauterism cauterisms cauterization cauterizations cauterize cauterized cauterizer cauterizers

cauterizes cauterizing cauters cautery cautery knife caution (current term) cautionary cautionary tale cautioned cautioner

cautioners cautioning cautionries cautionry cautions cautious cautious statement cautiously cautiousness cautiousnesses

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