in case of

Meanings

• phrase

  expressing that something is to be done or used if a certain event occurs

  - "In case of an emergency, please call this number."
  - "He left a backup plan in case of his absence."

---

Synonyms

in the event of

---

Variants

List of all variants of in case of that leads to same result
case , cases , in any case , in case , in case of

---

Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the phrase 'in the case that', which means 'under the condition that'

---

Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The phrase 'in case of' is often used in legal and insurance contexts.

2. In mathematics, 'in case of' is used to denote the possibility of an event or outcome.

---

Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. contingency planning: The process of preparing for potential events or emergencies.

2. backup plan: A plan or solution that is prepared in advance to be used if the primary plan fails or is not feasible.

---

Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In literature, 'in case of' is often used in planning and contingency situations. For example, in Jane Austen's 'Sense and Sensibility', Marianne Dashwood plans her wedding 'in case of a change in her fortune'.

How to Memorize "in case of"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine yourself in a situation where you need to use 'in case of'. Visualize the event, the steps you need to take, and the outcome.

2. associate
   

   - Associate 'in case of' with the idea of preparation and contingency planning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'I Can' for 'In Case Of': 'I' for 'imagine', 'Can' for 'contemplate and act'.

---

Memorize "in case of" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize in case of is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

1. Highlighting:

   Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.
2. Periodic Reminders:

   Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.