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Poison
01
a deadly substance that can kill or seriously harm if it enters the body
Examples
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
Examples
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
Examples
The constant negativity in the workplace poisoned the morale of the entire team.
03
(of a person) to put a harmful or deadly substance into food, drink, or a weapon in order to hurt or kill
Transitive: to poison sth
Examples
The spy poisoned the enemy's drink.
04
to make land, water, air, or other natural areas unsafe and harmful by spreading dangerous chemicals or substances
Transitive: to poison sth
Examples
Chemicals poisoned the soil near the plant.
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