danger

Meanings

• noun

  A situation that may cause harm or injury; a threat.

  - "The construction site was filled with danger."
  - "He took unnecessary risks, putting himself and others in danger."
  - "Fire is a constant danger in a kitchen."

• verb

  To expose or place in a dangerous situation.

  - "The company decided to danger its employees by not providing safety equipment."
  - "He dared his friend to danger himself by jumping off a cliff."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdeɪndʒɚ/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with danger
range , change , strange , arrange

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Variants

List of all variants of danger that leads to same result
danger , dangers , dangered , dangering , danger money , danger pay , in danger , out of danger , Danger Islands , Pukapuka

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old French 'dangier', from 'dan' meaning 'peril, danger'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'danger' is used in many phrases, such as 'in danger of' and 'at the mercy of'.

2. The phrase 'danger close' is used in military contexts to describe a situation where soldiers are in close proximity to each other and potential danger.

3. The term 'danger money' refers to additional pay given to soldiers or workers for working in dangerous conditions.

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Related Concepts

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1. risk: The possibility of injury or loss. Danger often involves an element of risk.

2. hazard: A source of potential damage, harm, or injury. Danger and hazard are related concepts.

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Culture

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In literature, danger often adds tension and excitement to stories, as characters face physical or emotional peril. In art, danger can be depicted through the use of sharp edges, fire, or other dangerous elements. In music, songs about danger may explore themes of fear, risk-taking, or survival.

How to Memorize "danger"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a red octagon sign with the word 'Danger' written on it.
   - Visualize a sharp knife or a lit match, representing the potential harm or injury that danger can bring.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'danger' with the feeling of fear or anxiety.
   - Link the word 'danger' with the idea of a threat or a risk.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each definition: 'Danger' stands for 'Danger: A Situation That May Cause Harm Or Injury' and 'Danger: To Expose Or Place In A Dangerous Situation'.

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