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Definition of precautionary adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

precautionary

adjective

/prɪˈkɔːʃənəri/

/prɪˈkɔːʃəneri/

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done in order to prevent problems or to avoid danger
- He was kept in the hospital overnight as a precautionary measure.
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