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Definition menace in British English

menace noun

noun
/ˈmenəs/
1

someone or something that is dangerous and likely to cause harm

Example

the growing menace of global pollution

Example

The escaped prisoners are considered a menace to society.

Synonyms and related words
risk hazard menace
2

someone or something that annoys or threatens you

Example

The traffic menace grew, and the town began to suffer.

Synonyms and related words
annoyance irritation irritant
Example

an air of menace in his voice

Synonyms and related words
risk hazard menace
Definition menace in British English