Dictionary Entry
caveat
Part of SpeechnounPronunciation/ˈkeɪ-/Word FrequencyCommon (4.3)Curriculum FrequencyLess common (1)A warning.
In a Sentence
“There is at least one caveat in cultivation: you’ll have to stick to only one discipline, such as that according to Bhaiṣajyaguru, the Medicine Buddha.”
Published Usage Examples
“The main caveat is making sure you have enough money to return to the states and set up house again as part of a fallback plan.”
“Never before, for those who wish a healthful, light diet, has the phrase caveat emptor Let the buyer beware! been more appropriate.”
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Origin
Latin, from 'caveat emptor' meaning 'let him beware'.
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Poetry examples for “caveat”
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