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British pronunciation
/lˈɛst/

Definition & Meaning of "lest"

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used to indicate a precaution or attempt to avoid a particular undesirable outcome

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She covered the plants with plastic, lest they freeze in the cold weather.
He left a note on the door, lest anyone think the house was empty.
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