Caution /(?)/

Cau·tion

Caution

n.
  1. A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided; prudence in regard to danger; provident care; wariness.
  2. Security; guaranty; bail. [R.]
    The Parliament would yet give his majesty sufficient caution that the war should be prosecuted.
  3. Precept or warning against evil of any kind; exhortation to wariness; advice; injunction.
    In way of caution I must tell you.
  4. A pledge, bond, or other security for the performance of an obligation either in or out of judicial proceedings; the promise or contract of one not for himself but another; security. (Civil & Scots Law)

Phrases & Compounds
Caution money
money deposited by way of security or guaranty, as by a student at an English university.

Caution

v. t.

imp. & p. p. Cautioned; p. pr. & vb. n. Cautioning

  1. To give notice of danger to; to warn; to exhort [one] to take heed.
    You cautioned me against their charms.