Definition of "lest"
- conjunction
For fear that; that . . . not; in order that . . . not; in case.
That (without the negative particle); -- after certain expressions denoting fear or apprehension.
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For fear that; that . . . not; in order that . . . not; in case.
That (without the negative particle); -- after certain expressions denoting fear or apprehension.