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venom

Pronunciation: /ˈvɛnəm/

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Definition of venom

noun

[mass noun]

a poisonous substance secreted by animals such as snakes, spiders, and scorpions and typically injected into prey or aggressors by biting or stinging: [count noun]:snake venoms have different effects
extreme malice and bitterness shown in someone’s attitudes, speech, or actions:his voice was full of venom