preventive measure; precautionary measure; precaution
A formal term for steps taken in advance to prevent something undesirable, often used in medical, safety, or policy contexts.
Mask-wearing was mandated as a preventive measure against the spread of infection.
We should take the necessary precautionary measures to prevent accidents.
Compound of 予防 (prevention) and 措置 (measures, steps). Both components are Sino-Japanese words.