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caution

IPA(Pronunciation)

/ˈkɔːʃ(ə)n/

Noun

countable uncountable dated

Prudence when faced with, or when expecting to face, danger; care taken in order to avoid risk or harm.

Japanese Meaning

リスクや危険に備えるための慎重さ / 用心深さ / 警戒心

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She approached the abandoned building with caution, aware of the potential hazards inside.

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彼女は内部に潜む可能性のある危険を意識し、慎重さをもって廃屋に近づいた。

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Sense（1）

Prudence when faced with, or when expecting to face, danger; care taken in order to avoid risk or harm.

take caution

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Sense（2）

A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided.

The guideline expressed caution against excessive radiographic imaging.

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Sense（3）

Security; guaranty; bail.

The Parliament would yet give his majesty sufficient caution that the war should be vigorously prosecuted.

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Sense（4）

(dated) One who draws attention or causes astonishment by their behaviour.

Oh, that boy, he's a caution! He does make me laugh.

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Sense（5）

(law) A formal warning given as an alternative to prosecution in minor cases.

Sense（6）

(soccer) A yellow card.

cautions

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