poisons

[US]/ˈpɔɪ.zənz/
[UK]/ˈpɔɪ.zənz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.substances that can cause illness or death when ingested or absorbed; extremely bad food or harmful thoughts
v.to cause someone to become ill or die by introducing a poison; to contaminate or have a harmful effect on

Phrases & Collocations

toxic poisons

natural poisons

chemical poisons

deadly poisons

environmental poisons

industrial poisons

biological poisons

plant poisons

animal poisons

household poisons

Example Sentences

some plants produce natural poisons to deter herbivores.

certain mushrooms contain deadly poisons that can be harmful.

many insects use poisons for defense against predators.

environmental poisons can accumulate in the food chain.

some fish are known to carry potent poisons that can be dangerous.

research is being conducted on how poisons affect human health.

antivenom is used to counteract the poisons from snake bites.

some cultures use poisons in traditional hunting practices.

it is important to know which plants contain harmful poisons.

poison control centers provide information about various poisons.

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