Definition of Prevention

the action of stopping something from happening

Examples of Prevention in a sentence

In the name of prevention, the insurance company gives wellness information to keep its customers from getting sick.  🔊

Prevention of crime is the main job of a police officer.  🔊

Security cameras are being used to help the store with prevention of theft.  🔊

Because smoking can lead to cancer, not smoking is a form of cancer prevention.  🔊

The crisis prevention plan helps the company avoid bad things that can occur during a disaster.  🔊

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