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Definition danger in American English

danger noun

noun
/ˈdeɪndʒər/
1

a situation in which harm, death, damage, or destruction is possible

Example

The sign said "Danger! Keep Out!"

Example

The President was in no danger at any time.

Example

You must leave immediately. You're in great danger here.

Example

His actions put the child's life in danger.

Example

danger from exposure to radiation

Example

This man had faced danger and death without flinching.

Synonyms and related words
danger crisis emergency
1.1

a situation in which something unpleasant might happen

Example

We must act now to avoid the danger of another rise in interest rates.

Example

There is a danger that the money will simply be wasted.

Example

There is a very real danger that people will lose interest.

Example

The peace talks are now in danger of collapse.

Example

"What if he comes back early from lunch?" "There's no danger of that."

Synonyms and related words
danger crisis emergency
2

a person or thing that might harm someone or damage something

Example

The animal is a danger to the public.

Example

Landslides and falling rocks pose a serious danger to tourists.

Example

a campaign to warn children of the dangers of electricity

Synonyms and related words
risk hazard menace
Definition danger in American English