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How to say: precautionary

Spelling: Precautionary Syllables  precautionary
US accent
/pɹɪkˈɔːʃənˌɛɹi/
UK accent
/pɹɪkˈɔːʃənəɹi/
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Definition

Definition — taken in advance to protect against possible danger or failure

e.g. “gave precautionary advice”

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