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In case

//ɪn ˈkeɪs// conj

Definitions

Adverb
  1. 1
    if there happens to be need wordnet
Conjunction
  1. 1
    To allow for the possibility that.

    "I'll take an umbrella, in case it rains."

  2. 2
    If. Canada, US

    "In case you need me, I'll be home all day."

Etymology

From Middle English [Term?].

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