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Poison
01
a deadly substance that can kill or seriously harm if it enters the body
Example
The forensic team analyzed the victim 's blood for traces of poison.
She accidentally ingested poison after mistaking it for medication.
The scientist studied the effects of poison on the nervous system.
02
anything that harms or destroys
to poison
01
to give a substance containing toxins or harmful elements to a person or animal with the intention of causing illness, harm, or death
Transitive: to poison a person or animal
Example
The evil queen in the fairy tale poisoned the princess with a bad apple.
In medieval times, people would sometimes poison their enemies using venomous herbs.
The assassin attempted to poison the target by lacing their drink.
02
to have a harmful or destructive effect on someone or something
Transitive: to poison sth
Example
The constant negativity in the workplace poisoned the morale of the entire team.
The hateful rhetoric from leaders poisoned the community, creating divisions and mistrust.
The media 's sensationalism can poison public opinion, distorting the truth.
03
to contaminate or adulterate something by introducing a harmful or toxic substance
Transitive: to poison sth
Example
The water was poisoned by a careless spill of industrial waste.
The ground was poisoned by years of illegal dumping, affecting the local wildlife.
The detective uncovered that the suspect had poisoned the chocolate box.
04
to be made ill or harmed by consuming or being exposed to a toxic substance
Transitive: to poison sb
Example
She was accidentally poisoned by a chemical in the cleaning product.
She was poisoned by the contaminated water, leading to severe illness.
He became violently sick after eating wild mushrooms that poisoned him.
Παράδειγμα
The forensic team analyzed the victim's blood for traces of poison.
She accidentally ingested poison after mistaking it for medication.
The scientist studied the effects of poison on the nervous system.
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