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cautions

The correct spelling is cautions.

How to pronounce cautions

noun

Say it like: Cau-sho-ns

The correct spelling is cautions. Precept or warning against evil or danger of any kind; exhortation to wariness; advice; injunction; prudence in regard to danger; provident care For example: "The guideline expressed caution against excessive radiographic imaging."

Usage Examples

The guideline expressed caution against excessive radiographic imaging.

Oh, that boy, he's a caution! He does make me laugh.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Precept or warning against evil or danger of any kind; exhortation to wariness; advice; injunction; prudence in regard to danger; provident care
  2. 2.A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided
  3. 3.Security; guaranty; bail.
  4. 4.One who draws attention or causes astonishment by their behaviour.
  5. 5.A formal warning given as an alternative to prosecution in minor cases.

verb

  1. 1.To warn; to alert, advise that caution is warranted.
  2. 2.To give a yellow card

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