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threat

noun verb

An expression of intent to injure or punish another.

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Word Facts

Word length
6
Starts with
T
Ends with
T
Contains
HR
Scrabble score
9

How it sounds

Pronunciation

/θɹɛt/ /θɹɛt/

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Meaning

Definitions

noun

  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.

verb

  1. To press; urge; compel.

  2. To threaten.

  3. To use threats; act or speak menacingly; threaten.

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