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prevention
Noun
  • The act of going, or state of being, before. obsolete
  • Anticipation; especially, anticipation of needs, wishes, hazards and risks; hence, precaution; forethought. obsolete
  • The act of preventing or hindering; obstruction of action, access, or approach; thwarting.
  • (Medicine) Any measure such as information campaigns, vaccination, early diagnosis etc., intended to limit health-related risks.