precaution /prɪˈkɑːʃən/ noun plural precautions
plural precautions
Learner's definition of PRECAUTION
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: something that is done to prevent possible harm or trouble from happening in the future预防措施;防范措施 -
Be sure to follow the usual safety precautions when cooking outdoors.在户外烹饪时一定要遵守通常的安全防范措施。
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When driving, she always wears her seatbelt as a precaution.驾车时,她总是系好安全带以防万一。
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Every home owner should take precautions against fire.每个房主都应采取预防措施,防止火灾发生。
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She took the precaution of packing extra medicine for the trip.她这次旅行多带了些药,以备不时之需。
— precautionary
/prɪˈkɑːʃəˌneri/ Brit /prɪˈkɔːʃənri/ adjective