endanger

🇬🇧 UK/ɪn'deɪn(d)ʒə/🇺🇸 US/in'deindʒә/
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Definitions

v.

To put someone or something at risk of harm, damage, or destruction.

危及,使陷入危险

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
ento put into, to cause
+
dangerother
=endanger

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Pollution endangers marine life in the ocean.

  • 2.

    Reckless driving endangers the safety of everyone on the road.

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