This is the 4467th most frequent Portuguese word.
cautelar
Precautionary; preventative.
Here, 'cautelares' is an adjective describing measures characterized as preventative or precautionary.
Os guardas tomaram medidas cautelares durante o evento.
The guards took precautionary measures during the event.
In this sentence, 'cautela' serves as a noun referring to the quality of being cautious.
É importante agir com cautela ao lidar com situações difíceis.
It is important to act cautiously when dealing with difficult situations.
Here, 'cautelar' is used as an adjective modifying the order, indicating it is provisional or aimed at prevention.