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A wet floor can be a slipping hazard.
What does Hazard mean?
A hazard is a possible source of harm.
Dictionary definition
A hazard is something that could cause harm, damage, or trouble if people are not careful.
Example sentences
Hazard in a sentence
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The sign warned hikers about a hazard on the trail.
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Learning to spot a hazard helps people make safer choices.
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Practice 1
What is a hazard?
A possible source of harm matches the meaning of the word.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to hazard?
A risk is a chance of harm, which is close to hazard.
Practice 3
Which word is an opposite or strong contrast for hazard?
Safety is a contrast because it means being protected from harm.
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Hazard
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WordHazard.
Partnoun.
MeaningHazard means A hazard is a possible source of harm.
ExampleExample: A wet floor can be a slipping hazard.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- haz · erd
- Strongest beat
- haz
- Ending
- erd
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on haz.
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Synonyms
Words like Hazard
Antonyms
Opposite words
safetyFreedom from danger or harm.
protectionSomething that helps keep people safe.
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Word family
Hazard word family
Base word
hazard
noun
hazards
More than one possible source of harm.
adjective
hazardous
Involving danger or possible harm.
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Hint for students
A hazard is a possible source of harm.
Common mix-up
Hazard is not the same as safety. Hazard means a hazard is a possible source of harm.
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Read this model sentence: The sign warned hikers about a hazard on the trail. Clue words: sign, warned, hikers. Underline clue words that show attention, safety, checking, or avoiding mistakes. Now write one new sentence that shows hazard without using the word hazard. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show hazard?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The sign warned hikers about a hazard on the trail." Why does hazard fit better than safety?
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