Caution definition
I received a caution from the doctor about fat in my diet.
The climbers took the necessary cautions in preparing for the ascent.
Cautioned him not to go swimming alone; cautioned that the findings were not conclusive.
Advised caution in choosing a school.
An example of a caution is a warning issued that a surface is very hot.
An example of caution is when you drive slowly and carefully.
An example of caution is when you warn someone to be careful because the floor is wet.
The car proceeded over the rickety bridge with caution.
Cautioned against overeating.
Oh, that boy, he's a caution! He does make me laugh.
Origin of caution
- Middle English caucioun from Old French caution from Latin cautiō cautiōn- from cautus past participle of cavēre to take care
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
- Recorded since 1297, "bail, guarantee, pledge", from Old French "security, surety" itself from Latin cautio, from cautus, the past participle of cavere "to be on one's guard"
From Wiktionary