A precaução
Example: Tomamos a precaução de verificar os documentos antes da viagem.
Definition
"Precaution" refers to the action taken in advance to prevent possible harm or danger. It involves careful measures or warnings to ensure safety, like checking documents before a trip to avoid issues or risks.
Etymology
The word "precaution" comes from the Latin 'præcautio,' meaning 'taking care beforehand.' It combines 'prae-' (before) and 'cautio' (caution), highlighting the idea of being careful ahead of time to avoid problems.
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