Meaning of the word venom in English

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venom

US /ˈvenəm/

UK /ˈvenəm/

Noun

a poisonous substance secreted by animals such as snakes, spiders, and scorpions and typically injected into prey or aggressors by biting or stinging.

Example:

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The snake injected its venom into the mouse.

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Spider venom can be dangerous to humans.

Synonym:

poison toxin

extreme malice and bitterness shown in someone's words or actions.

Example:

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His words were full of venom.

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She spoke with such venom that everyone was shocked.

Synonym:

malice bitterness rancor spite hatred ill will animosity virulence malevolence acrimony

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Related Word:

venomous