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threat

/θɹɛt/ · noun

Meaning

  1. An expression of intent to injure or punish another.
  2. An indication of potential or imminent danger.
  3. A person or object that is regarded as a danger; a menace.
  4. To press; urge; compel.
  5. To threaten.
  6. To use threats; act or speak menacingly; threaten.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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