Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—P

Precarious

is what depends on our prayers or requests. A precarious tenure is one that depends solely on the will of the owner to concede to our prayer; hence uncertain, not to be depended on. (Latin, precor.)

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
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