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Meaning of the word danger in English

What does danger mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

danger

US /ˈdeɪn.dʒɚ/
UK /ˈdeɪn.dʒər/
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Noun

the possibility of suffering harm or injury

Example:
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The climbers faced great danger on the icy mountain.
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Smoking poses a serious danger to your health.
Synonym:
peril hazard risk threat jeopardy
Antonym:
safety security
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dangerous in danger dangerously out of danger danger zone delays are dangerous dangerous ground