transcription, транскрипция: [ pri-ˈker-ē-əs ]
adjective
Etymology: Latin precarius obtained by entreaty, uncertain — more at prayer
Date: 1646
1. : depending on the will or pleasure of another
2. : dependent on uncertain premises : dubious
precarious generalizations
3.
a. : dependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
b. : characterized by a lack of security or stability that threatens with danger
Synonyms: see dangerous
• pre·car·i·ous·ly adverb
• pre·car·i·ous·ness noun