Definitions

1. noun

a source of danger; a risk or threat to safety or health

“The company was fined for not warning workers about the hazards on the construction site.”

2. verb

to expose (someone or something) to a risk or danger

“The new policy will hazard the company’s financial stability if not managed properly.”

3. verb

to take a risk or gamble, especially in a situation where the outcome is uncertain

“The entrepreneur decided to hazard a bet on the new startup, investing most of her savings.”

4. noun

a risk or gamble, especially in a situation where the outcome is uncertain

“The entrepreneur took a big hazard on the new startup, risking her entire savings.”