danger
/ˈdeɪndʒər/
noun
- The possibility of harm, injury, or loss; a situation or thing that could cause harm.
- Smoking poses a serious danger to your health.
- The hikers were warned of the danger of avalanches.
- She sensed danger and quickly moved away from the edge.
- A person or thing that is likely to cause harm or trouble.
- The old bridge was considered a danger and was closed.
- That loose wire is a danger to everyone in the room.
- He was a danger to himself and others when driving drunk.