Main Entry: haz·ard·ous

Pronunciation: \ˈha-zər-dəs\

Function: adjective

Date: 1585

1 : depending on hazard or chance
2 : involving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm) <a hazardous occupation> <disposing of hazardous waste>

synonyms see dangerous

— haz·ard·ous·ly adverb

— haz·ard·ous·ness noun