PRECAUTIONARY
\pɹɪkˈɔːʃənəɹi], \pɹɪkˈɔːʃənəɹi], \p_ɹ_ɪ_k_ˈɔː_ʃ_ə_n_ə_ɹ_i]\
Definitions of PRECAUTIONARY
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taken in advance to protect against possible danger or failure; "gave precautionary advice"; "I would take precautionary steps to keep him away"
By Princeton University
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beta Lactams
- Cyclic amides formed aminocarboxy acids by the elimination water. They isomeric with lactims, which are enol forms of lactams. (From Dorland, 27th ed)