poison (B1)
noun, verb
Pronunciation: /ˈpɔɪ.zən/
Definition
A substance that causes illness, injury, or death when introduced or absorbed into the body.
Examples
The ancient Romans sometimes used poison to get rid of their enemies.
Rats are often killed using poison bait.
The snake's bite injected a deadly poison into its victim.
How to Use poison
- poison with (prepositional phrase)
- To contaminate or taint something with poison. — "The water supply was poisoned with bacteria."
- poisonous to (prepositional phrase)
- Harmful or deadly when ingested or absorbed by a particular organism. — "Certain mushrooms are poisonous to humans."
- poisonous plant (collocation)
- A plant that contains toxins harmful to living beings. — "The oleander is a beautiful but poisonous plant."
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