Ballentine's law dictionary. Anderson, W.S.. 1998.
precarious — [pri ker′ē əs] adj. [L precarius: see PRAYER1] 1. dependent upon the will or favor of another person 2. dependent upon circumstances; uncertain; insecure [a precarious living] 3. dependent upon chance; risky [a precarious foothold] 4 … English World dictionary
precarious — /prəˈkɛəriəs / (say pruh kairreeuhs) 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 dependent on the will or pleasure of another; liable to be withdrawn or lost at the will …
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precarious — adjective Etymology: Latin precarius obtained by entreaty, uncertain more at prayer Date: 1646 1. depending on the will or pleasure of another 2. dependent on uncertain premises ; dubious < precarious generalizations > 3. a. dependent on chance… … New Collegiate Dictionary
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