ohjenuora — meaning in English

English meaning

• caution noun Careful attention to avoid danger or mistakes.
• guideline noun A non-specific rule or principle that provides direction to action or behaviour.
• precept noun A rule or principle, especially one governing personal conduct.

Senses

ohjenuora is used for these senses in English:

• caution Prudence when faced with, or when expecting to face, danger; care taken in order to avoid risk or harm.
• guideline A non-specific rule or principle that provides direction to action or behaviour.
• guideline A plan or explanation to guide one in setting standards or determining a course of action.
• precept A rule or principle, especially one governing personal conduct.

caution — full definition

1. noun Careful attention to avoid danger or mistakes.
2. noun A formal warning given by police instead of pursuing prosecution for a minor offense (chiefly UK).
3. verb To warn someone about a risk or potential consequence.

guideline — full definition

1. noun A non-specific rule or principle that provides direction to action or behaviour.
2. noun A plan or explanation to guide one in setting standards or determining a course of action.
3. noun A light line, used in lettering, to help align the text.

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