the act of heading to the bathroom even if you do not feel the need in order to ensure you can devote your full attention to an upcoming activity
by sheila in the car May 24, 2009
A Pepto-Bismol taken prior to a date, party, or other important social function in order to prevent any bowel-related mishaps during the event.
1. I wish I hadn't had Panda Express for lunch. I need a Precautionary Pepto before I hang out with Bridget or else I'm gonna get the runs.
by headofblackmusic June 26, 2011
by M_R_B May 9, 2009
The idea that if the consequences are unknown and may cause harm or negative consequences, it is best to avoid making that decision or to proceed with caution.
Since the effect of CO2 emissions on the climate is still unclear, it is best to use the precautionary principle.
by Richard Wayne Bobholz April 6, 2006
The act of shaving your body for a date, just in case sex that was not initially planned, happens anyways.
by Vegita September 13, 2016
It is when a country attacks another country (or entity) that it fears may plan to attack it later. In other words, it takes action not because of factual threat but of mere potential risk. The precautionary principle is also applied when someone is detained or jailed not because of what he has actually done but because of what the government or police think he may potentially do.
The United States attacked and occupied Iraq using the Precautionary Principle. Nothing would prevent it to use the same principle to attack Iran.
by yoova October 4, 2006
To drink alcoholic beverages prior to a social engagement that may or may not be happening in order to make it more enjoyable. Similar to the standard Pre-Game.
by PlayerOnFire March 7, 2021