rehazard

/riˈhɑːzərd/

Definitions

1. verb

to re-expose something to a hazard or risk, often unnecessarily or recklessly.

“The company was accused of rehazard-ing its employees by ignoring safety protocols.”

2. noun

an act of re-exposing something to a hazard or risk.

“The rehazard of the equipment led to costly repairs and downtime.”

Synonyms

  • re-risk
  • reopen

Antonyms

  • de-risk
  • safeguard