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Meaning of caveat in English
Pronunciation
/ˈkɑviˌɑt/
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Noun
caveat
Etymology
mid 16th century: from Latin, literally ‘let a person beware’
Definitions
1.
a warning against certain acts
Examples
« a caveat against unfair practices »
2.
(law) a formal notice filed with a court or officer to suspend a proceeding until filer is given a hearing
Examples
« a caveat filed against the probate of a will »