in case of something

in case of

In the event of (something). In case of fire, please use the stairs. In case of severe weather, please take shelter.
See also: case, of
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

in case of something

(formal) if something happens: In case of fire, leave the building by the nearest exit.
See also: case, of, something
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • in case of
  • in case
  • make a case that
  • have a case on
  • have a case on (someone)
  • be on (one's) case
  • be on somebody's case
  • be on someone's case
  • open-and-shut case
  • an open-and-shut case