Prevent

Verb

Definitions

1.VerbTo stop (an outcome); to keep from (doing something). .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}

"I brush my teeth regularly to prevent tooth decay.; Barriers have been put up to prevent more people (from) entering the stadium."

2.VerbTo take preventative measures.

3.VerbTo come before; to precede.

4.VerbTo outdo, surpass.

5.VerbTo be beforehand with; to anticipate.

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