poisons
|poi-sons|
B2
/ˈpɔɪzənz/
(poison)
harmful substance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'poison' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'poison,' where 'poison' meant 'a drink or potion.'
Historical Evolution
'poison' changed from the Old French word 'poison' and eventually became the modern English word 'poison.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a drink or potion,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a harmful substance.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
substances that cause harm or death when introduced to a living organism.
Many household cleaners contain poisons that can be dangerous if ingested.
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Verb 1
to administer a harmful substance to someone or something.
The villain poisons the hero's drink in the movie.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45