hazard
/ˈhæzərd/
verb
- To risk or dare to do something, especially when the outcome is uncertain.
- He hazarded a quick look over the edge of the cliff.
- She hazarded all her savings on the new business.
- I wouldn't hazard a guess about the test results.
- To expose something to danger or loss.
- You should not hazard your health by ignoring the warning signs.
- They were unwilling to hazard their reputation on a risky deal.
- The captain refused to hazard the ship in the storm.
noun
- A source of danger or risk; something that could cause harm or injury.
- Ice on the road is a major hazard for drivers.
- Smoking is a serious health hazard.
- The old factory is full of safety hazards like exposed wires.
- In golf, an obstacle such as a bunker or water area that makes the course more difficult.
- The course has several hazards that challenge even experienced players.
- His ball landed in a sand hazard near the green.
- She carefully aimed to avoid the water hazard on the 7th hole.
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