Precautions
/prɪˈkɔːʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) Measures taken in advance to prevent harm or secure safety, often stipulated in legal or contractual contexts.
The contract includes specific precautions to avoid environmental damage.
Forms
- precaution
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Commentary
Typically used in plural to indicate multiple preventive measures; important to specify in contracts to allocate risk and responsibility.
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