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venomous

Pronunciation: /ˈvɛnəməs/

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Definition of venomous

adjective

  • (of an animal, especially a snake) secreting venom; capable of injecting venom by means of a bite or sting: a leading expert on venomous snakes the box jelly is earth 's most venomous creature
  • (of a person or their behaviour) full of malice or spite:she replied with a venomous glance

Derivatives

venomously

adverb

venomousness

noun

Origin:

Middle English: from Old French venimeux, from venim (see venom)

See poisonous (usage).

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