The hazard
Example: Hazard represents potential danger on construction site
Definition
"The hazard" in construction refers to any potential source of harm or adverse health effect on a construction site. It represents risks that could cause injury, damage, or unsafe conditions for workers and equipment during building activities.
Etymology
The word "hazard" comes from the Old French term 'hasard,' which originally referred to a game of chance involving dice. It entered English in the late Middle Ages, gradually expanding from meaning a game of risk to any source of danger or risk, such as those found on construction sites.
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"The hazard" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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