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precautious


Meanings
  • Exercise of caution in situations that may involve risk.

    - "Before embarking on a hike, one should take precautious measures such as checking the weather forecast, bringing enough water, and wearing appropriate hiking gear."

Rhymes
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precaution , action , devotion , donation , foundation , station , vacation
Homophones
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  1. practice, practise, precarious, preclude, preposterous, prevaricate


Variants
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precaution , precautionary , precautions
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The word 'precautious' can take various forms depending on the context in which it is used. For instance, the word 'precautions' is the plural form of the word 'precaution'. Similarly, the word 'precautiously' is the adverbial form of the word 'precaution'. The word 'precautiousness' is the noun form of the word 'precautious'. The word 'precautionary' is the adjectival form of the word 'precaution'. The word 'precautionary measure' is a phrase that refers to a specific action or measure that is taken in order to prevent or minimize potential harm or risk.


Etymology
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From the Old French word 'precaution', meaning 'caution, protection, safeguard'.


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  1. Risk management: Risk management is the process of identifying, assessing, and prioritizing risks, followed by coordinated and economical application of resources, including finance, human capital, and technology, to minimize, monitor, and control the probability or impact of unfortunate events.

  2. Safety culture: Safety culture refers to the shared values, beliefs, attitudes, perceptions, and practices among an organization's leadership, management, employees, contractors, and other stakeholders, that influence their individual and collective behavior regarding safety and risk management. A strong safety culture is characterized by open and honest communication, effective safety policies, procedures, and practices, strong safety leadership, management commitment, employee involvement, and continuous improvement, all of which contribute to a safe and healthy work environment, improved productivity, reduced downtime, fewer accidents, injuries, and illnesses, and enhanced reputation and brand value.


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Precautious measures have been an integral part of various cultures throughout history. In ancient China, the concept of 'wei wu er' (being prepared for any eventuality) was deeply embedded in the Chinese culture. Similarly, in ancient Greece, the goddess Athena was the goddess of wisdom, courage, inspiration, civilization, law and justice, strategic warfare, mathematics, strength, strategy, the arts, crafts, and skill. Athena was often depicted carrying a shield and a spear, symbolizing her readiness for battle and her protection of her people. Thus, precautious measures have been an essential aspect of various cultures throughout history, emphasizing the importance of being prepared for any eventuality.

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