jeopard

[jep-erd]

verb (used with object)

1. to jeopardize.

Word History and Origins

Origin of jeopard¹

1325–75; Middle English juparten, back formation from jupartie jeopardy, representing Middle French jeu partir to divide play, play, hence, take a chance

Example Sentences

In other words, Amodio isn't really doing anything wrong, despite how "Jeopard!y" audiences have been up in arms about the champion of late.

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The huge hole Chance Jeopard is digging in the backyard leads to his discovery of a secret underground hospital in Saint Philomene’s Infirmary for Magical Creatures by W. Stone Cotter.

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J ‘jeopard’ Typically, a “backformation” is a verb derived from a noun, as to scavenge is derived from a scavenger.

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To risk, or hazard; jeopard; to venture.

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Rather than jeopard independence he sacrificed home, money, honours, even reputation itself.

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