Danger
Danger
Danger (/ˈdeɪndʒər/) is a term used to refer to a potential harm or adverse effect that may befall an individual or group due to exposure to certain conditions or situations. The term is derived from the Old French dangier, which means power to harm.
Etymology
The term "danger" originates from the 12th century Old French word dangier, which means power to harm, difficulty, or risk. This word is believed to have been derived from the Latin dominiarium, which means power of the lord, referring to the power to cause harm.
Related Terms
- Risk: A term used to refer to the potential for a negative outcome from a particular action or situation. It is often used interchangeably with danger, although risk tends to imply a quantifiable likelihood of harm.
- Hazard: A term used to refer to a potential source of harm or adverse health effect on a person or persons. Unlike danger, which refers to the potential for harm, a hazard is something that has the potential to cause harm.
- Threat: A term used to refer to a potential cause of harm or damage. It is similar to danger, but often implies an intentional act or event that could cause harm.
- Safety: This term refers to the condition of being protected from harm or other non-desirable outcomes. It is often considered the opposite of danger.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Danger
- Wikipedia's article - Danger
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