hazardously-built
|haz-ard-ous-ly-built|
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/ˈhæzərdəsli bɪlt/
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/ˈhæzədəsli bɪlt/
(hazardous)
involving risk
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hazardous' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'hasard,' where 'hasard' meant 'game of chance.'
Historical Evolution
'hasard' transformed into the Middle English word 'hasardous,' and eventually became the modern English word 'hazardous.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'involving risk or chance,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'posing a risk or danger.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
constructed in a manner that poses a risk or danger.
The hazardously-built bridge was closed for safety reasons.
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Last updated: 2025/03/19 20:58