Pronunciation: /ˈhæzərd/
noun a danger or risk
A1 Be careful when crossing the street to avoid hazards.
A2 It is important to be aware of potential hazards in the workplace.
B1 The construction site was full of hazards, so workers had to wear protective gear.
B2 The company implemented safety measures to minimize hazards in the workplace.
C1 The environmental impact assessment identified several potential hazards to the ecosystem.
C2 The hazardous materials were safely disposed of by trained professionals.
verb to expose to danger or risk
A1 Be careful not to hazard yourself while crossing the street.
A2 It is important to hazard a guess when you are unsure of the answer.
B1 The workers were instructed to hazard the dangerous chemicals with caution.
B2 The pilot had to hazard a landing in the stormy weather.
C1 The mountaineers decided to hazard the treacherous climb despite the risks.
C2 The detective had to hazard a guess as to the identity of the killer.
formal It is important to assess and mitigate any potential hazard in the workplace.
informal Watch out for that hazard over there, it could be dangerous.
slang Dude, that hazard is totally sketchy, let's steer clear.
figurative Love can be a hazard if not handled carefully.
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