hazard

UK
/ˈhæz.əd/
US
/ˈhæz.ɚd/
hazardnoun
hazards
pl
UK
/ˈhæz.əd/
US
/ˈhæz.ɚd/
Translations
The chemical spill posed a significant hazard to the environment.
Разлив химикатов представлял значительную опасность для окружающей среды.
The approaching storm was a hazard to the coastal towns.
Приближающийся шторм представлял угрозу для прибрежных городов.
Smoking is a known health hazard.
Курение является известным риском для здоровья.
Definitions
A potential source of danger or harm.
The old building was considered a fire hazard due to its outdated electrical wiring.
An obstacle or difficulty that must be overcome.
Navigating the rocky terrain was a significant hazard for the hikers.
In golf, a bunker or other obstacle on a course.
The golfer's ball landed in the sand hazard, making the next shot more challenging.
Synonyms
threatening situation
threat of harm
threat to safety
hazardverb
hazarded
Past Simple
hazarded
Past Participle
hazarding
Gerund
UK
/ˈhæz.əd/
US
/ˈhæz.ɚd/
Translations
He decided to hazard a guess about the outcome.
Он решил рискнуть и предположить исход.
Definitions
To expose to danger or risk.
The company wouldn't hazard its reputation by releasing an unfinished product.
To venture to say something.
She hazarded a comment about the new policy during the meeting.
hazardadjective
UK
/ˈhæz.əd/
US
/ˈhæz.ɚd/
Attributive use before nouns, e.g., hazard pay, hazard lights.
Definitions
Used attributively, relating to or involving danger or risk.
Employees working with toxic chemicals receive hazard pay.
hazardproper noun
Definitions
A surname.
Hazard scored the winning goal in the final.