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wary

Pronunciation: /ˈwɛə.ɹi/

The English word “wary” has 4 meanings listed here.

adjective

  1. Cautious of danger; carefully watching and guarding against deception, trickery, and dangers; suspiciously prudent
  2. Characterized by caution; guarded; careful; on one's guard
  3. thrifty, provident

verb

  1. To curse, revile.

Etymology

From the adjective ware + -y.

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