English dictionary

caveat

/'k/eI/v/i/,/&/t/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a warning against certain acts

noun.communication

Examples
A caveat against unfair practices.

Synonyms caution

Source: WordNet 3.0
(law) a formal notice filed with a court or officer to suspend a proceeding until filer is given a hearing

noun.communication

Examples
A caveat filed against the probate of a will.

Source: WordNet 3.0
A notice given by an interested party to some officer not to do a certain act until the party is heard in opposition; as, a <i>caveat</i> entered in a probate court to stop the proving of a will or the taking out of letters of administration, etc.

noun

Source: webster1913