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Definition of precarious adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
PRECARIOUSLY definition: 1. in a way that is likely to fall, be damaged, fail, etc.: 2. in a way that is likely to fall, be…. Learn more.
Define precarious. precarious synonyms, precarious pronunciation, precarious translation, English dictionary definition of precarious. adj. 1. Dangerously lacking in security or stability: a precarious posture; precarious footing on the ladder.
Precarious definition: dependent on circumstances beyond one's control; uncertain; insecure. See examples of PRECARIOUS used in a sentence.
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Precarious definition: . See examples of PRECARIOUS used in a sentence.
precarious in American English. (prɪˈkɛəriəs) adjective. 1. dependent on circumstances beyond one's control; uncertain; unstable; insecure. a precarious livelihood. 2. dependent on the will or pleasure of another; liable to be withdrawn or lost at the will of another. He held a precarious tenure under an arbitrary administration.