beware

3 definitions • 6 examples

used to warn someone to be very careful about something or someone:

Beware salespeople who promise offers that seem too good to be true.

You should beware of undercooked food when staying in hot countries.

Beware of falling asleep while sunbathing.

used on signs to warn people of something dangerous:

Beware of the dog.

Beware - poisonous chemicals.

to be very careful about something or someone:

[ I ] In grassy areas, beware of ticks.