Caution definition
A warning or admonishment, especially to take heed.
I received a caution from the doctor about fat in my diet.
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A cautious action; a precaution.
The climbers took the necessary cautions in preparing for the ascent.
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To warn or admonish.
Cautioned him not to go swimming alone; cautioned that the findings were not conclusive.
verb
Prudence or restraint in action or decision.
Advised caution in choosing a school.
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A warning; admonition.
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The act or practice of being cautious; wariness.
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The definition of a caution is a warning, or is the act of expressing care because of potential risk or danger.
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.
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To caution is defined as to warn.
An example of caution is when you warn someone to be careful because the floor is wet.
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(informal) One that is striking or alarming.
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Careful forethought to avoid danger or harm.
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Close attention or vigilance to minimize risk.
The car proceeded over the rickety bridge with caution.
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To give a warning or admonishment.
Cautioned against overeating.
verb
A word, sign, etc. by which warning is given.
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(informal, former) A person or thing provoking notice, comment, attention, etc.
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To urge to be cautious; warn; admonish.
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One who gives rise to attention or astonishment.
Oh, that boy, he's a caution! He does make me laugh.
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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