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Caveat Definition & Meaning

caveat
noun
  1. a warning against certain acts; "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; "a caveat filed against the probate of a will"

"Caveat" in song lyrics

See how caveat is used in real songs:

  • "what's a caveat"
    AOL — AOL
  • "em caveat"
    AOL — AOL
  • "what is a caveat"
    AOL — AOL

Words that rhyme with caveat

Usage tips for "caveat"

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Frequently asked questions

What does caveat mean?
a warning against certain acts; "a caveat against unfair practices" (law) a formal notice filed with a court or officer to suspend a proceeding until filer is given a hearing; "a caveat filed against the probate of a will"
What part of speech is caveat?
Caveat is a noun.
How many definitions does caveat have?
Caveat has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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