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Meaning of poisons
The primary meaning of the word "poisons" refers to substances that can cause harm or death if ingested, inhaled, or otherwise introduced into the body.
Etymology of poisons
The word "poison" originates from the Old French word "poison," which is derived from the Latin word "potio," meaning "drink"
Historically, the term "poison" referred to any substance that could be used to harm or kill, including medicines and toxins
Over time, the meaning of the word has evolved to specifically refer to substances that are harmful or deadly
Synonyms
toxins
venoms
pollutants
contaminants
toxicants
poisons
intoxicants
poisonous substances
harmful chemicals
noxious agents
deadly substances
lethal compounds
hazardous materials
dangerous chemicals
toxic materials
poisonous gases
venomous substances
toxic wastes
poisonous liquids
noxious fumes
corrosive substances
caustic agents
irritants
allergens
carcinogens
mutagens
teratogens
toxicants
toxics
venom
poisonous
toxic
noxious
harmful
deadly
lethal
hazardous
dangerous
corrosive
caustic
irritating
allergic
carcinogenic
mutagenic
teratogenic
Definitions
- A substance that can cause harm or death if ingested, inhaled, or otherwise introduced into the body
- A substance that can damage or destroy living tissues
- A substance that can cause illness, injury, or death through its chemical properties
Usage Examples
- The company was fined for releasing poisonous chemicals into the environment
- The doctor warned the patient about the dangers of poison ivy and how to treat it
- The detective investigated the murder, looking for evidence of poison or other foul play
- The environmentalist campaigned against the use of poisonous pesticides in farming
Antonyms
antidotes
antivenoms
remedies
cures
treatments
medicines
therapies
tonics
elixirs
restoratives
purifiers
cleansers
neutralizers
detoxifiers
beneficial substances
harmless chemicals
safe materials
non-toxic compounds
inert substances
neutral agents
harmless gases
benign liquids
non-corrosive substances
non-caustic agents
non-irritating substances
non-allergenic materials
non-carcinogenic compounds