expression, godan verb (-gu)
prevent in advance; nip in the bud; take precautions against
Used when stopping something bad before it happens. Often appears in formal or cautionary contexts.
事故を未然に防ぐために、定期的な点検が必要だ。
Regular inspections are necessary to prevent accidents before they happen.
トラブル
Let's think of measures to prevent trouble in advance.