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The correct spelling is prevention.
How to pronounce prevention
noun
IPA: /pɹɪˈvɛnʃən/
Say it like: Pre-ven-sho-n
The correct spelling is prevention. The act of preventing or hindering; obstruction of action, access, or approach; thwarting. For example: "a fire prevention campaign"
Usage Examples
“a fire prevention campaign”
Definition
noun
- 1.The act of preventing or hindering; obstruction of action, access, or approach; thwarting.
- 2.Any measure intended to limit health-related risks (such as information campaigns, vaccination, early diagnosis etc.).
- 3.The act of going, or state of being, before.
- 4.Anticipation; especially, anticipation of needs, wishes, hazards and risks
- 5.Precaution; forethought.
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