inherently dangerous article

inherently dangerous article
An article fraught with danger lying in the character and content of the article, albeit the disastrous consequences are caused immediately by an external force. 46 Am J1st Sales § 814. An article, the use of which is dangerous because of the nature or character of the article, for example, gun powder. 46 Am J1st Sales § 815.

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