caution
- Noun. Precept or warning against evil or danger of any kind; exhortation to wariness; advice; injunction.
- 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.
- Noun. Security; guaranty; bail.
- Noun. One that gives rise to attention or astonishment.
- Verb. (transitive) To warn; to alert, advise that caution is warranted.
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