Meaning of imperil in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ɪmˈpɛrəl/

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  1. Verb

    imperil

    Etymology

    late Middle English: from peril, probably on the pattern of endanger

    Definitions

    1. pose a threat to

    Examples

    • « present a danger to »
    • « The pollution is endangering the crops »

    Derived terms

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