cautions
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Definitions ofcautions
- Precept or warning against evil or danger of any kind; exhortation to wariness; advice; injunction; prudence in regard to danger; provident care
- A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided
Example: "The guideline expressed caution against excessive radiographic imaging."
- Security; guaranty; bail.
- One who draws attention or causes astonishment by their behaviour.
Example: "Oh, that boy, he's a caution! He does make me laugh."
- A formal warning given as an alternative to prosecution in minor cases.
- A yellow card.
- To warn; to alert, advise that caution is warranted.
- To give a yellow card
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