in·her·ent·ly dangerous
Legal Definition of inherently dangerous
1
: of, relating to, or being an activity or occupation whose nature presents a risk of grave injury without the use of and sometimes despite the use of special skill and care
2
: of, relating to, or being an instrumentality or product that poses a risk of danger stemming from its nature and not from a defect
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“Inherently dangerous.” Merriam-Webster.com Legal Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/legal/inherently%20dangerous. Accessed 25 Sep. 2021.
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