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Venom

noun
/ˈvenəm/

Meaning

a poisonous substance secreted by animals such as snakes; extreme malice and bitterness
a poisonous substance secreted by animals such as snakes or spiders; also used to describe intense ill will or malice

Example Sentences

The snake's venom can be deadly if not treated quickly.

The snake injected its venom into the prey.

Example Expressions

spit venom

Synonyms

poison, toxin, malice, spite, hostility
Entry 1
poison, toxin, malice, spite
Entry 2
poison, toxin, spite, malice, hostility

Antonyms

antidote, cure, kindness, benevolence
Entry 1
antidote, cure, kindness
Entry 2
antidote, kindness, benevolence

Collocations

snake venom, spider venom, venomous bite, deadly venom, inject venom, spit venom
Entry 1
snake venom, spider venom, venomous bite
Entry 2
snake venom, deadly venom, inject venom, spit venom

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