poison

US /ˈpɔɪ.zən/
UK /ˈpɔɪ.zən/
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1.

racun

a substance that is capable of causing the illness or death of a living organism when introduced or absorbed.

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The detective suspected the victim was killed by poison.
Detektif mengesyaki mangsa dibunuh oleh racun.
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Keep all household poisons out of reach of children.
Jauhkan semua racun rumah tangga daripada capaian kanak-kanak.
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toxinvenombane
1.

meracuni

administer poison to (a person or animal), especially with criminal intent.

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The killer tried to poison his victim with a tainted drink.
Pembunuh itu cuba meracuni mangsanya dengan minuman yang tercemar.
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The factory illegally dumped waste that could poison the river.
Kilang itu membuang sisa secara haram yang boleh meracuni sungai.
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contaminatepollutetaint
2.

meracuni, merosakkan

have a harmful or destructive effect on.

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His negative attitude began to poison the team's morale.
Sikap negatifnya mula meracuni semangat pasukan.
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Gossip can poison relationships and trust.
Gosip boleh meracuni hubungan dan kepercayaan.
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corruptspoilruindestroyundermine
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poisonousfood poisoning