Cautionary
['kɔːʃ(ə)n(ə)rɪ] or ['kɔʃənɛri]
Definition
(adj.) warding off; 'the swastika...a very ancient prophylactic symbol occurring among all peoples'- Victor Schultze .
Checked by Debbie--From WordNet
Definition
(a.) Conveying a caution, or warning to avoid danger; as, cautionary signals.
(a.) Given as a pledge or as security.
(a.) Wary; cautious.
Typed by Larry