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Meaning of the word menace in English

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menace

US /ˈmen.əs/
UK /ˈmen.əs/
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Noun

1.

a person or thing that is likely to cause harm; a threat or danger

Example:
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The rapidly spreading fire was a menace to the entire forest.
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That dog is a real menace to the neighborhood.
Synonym:
threatdangerperilhazardrisk

Verb

1.

to pose a threat to; present a danger to

Example:
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The rising sea levels menace coastal communities.
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His aggressive behavior began to menace his colleagues.
Synonym:
threatenintimidateendangerjeopardize
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