danger

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪn.dʒə(ɹ)/
/ˈdeɪndʒɚ/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

Exposure to likely harm; peril.

Example Sentences
  • There's plenty of danger in the desert.
2 Definition

An instance or cause of likely harm.

3 Definition

Mischief.

4 Definition

(mainly outside US) The stop indication of a signal (usually in the phrase "at danger").

Example Sentences
  • The north signal was at danger because of the rockslide.
5 Definition

Ability to harm; someone's dominion or power to harm or penalise. See in one's danger, below.

6 Definition

Liability.

7 Definition

Difficulty; sparingness.

8 Definition

Coyness; disdainful behavior.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To claim liability.

2 Definition

To imperil; to endanger.

3 Definition

To run the risk.