venomousness
|ven-o-mous-ness|
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/ˈvɛnəməsnəs/
(venomous)
poisonous or malicious
Etymology
Etymology Information
'venomous' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'venimeux', where 'venim' meant 'poison'.
Historical Evolution
'venimeux' transformed into the Middle English word 'venemous', and eventually became the modern English word 'venomous'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'full of poison', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being venomous.
The venomousness of the snake made it a dangerous creature.
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Last updated: 2025/05/25 11:49