προφύλαξη — meaning in English

English meaning

• caution noun Careful attention to avoid danger or mistakes.
• guard noun A person whose job is to protect a place, person, or thing.

Senses

προφύλαξη 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.
• caution Security; guaranty; bail.
• guard A part of a machine which blocks access to dangerous parts.

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.

guard — full definition

1. noun A person whose job is to protect a place, person, or thing.
2. noun A device or piece of equipment that protects part of the body or a machine from harm.
3. noun A cautious or defensive stance, as in "on guard" or "off guard."
4. verb To protect someone or something from danger or attack.

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