Poisonous
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Definition of Poisonous
Adjective
- Containing sufficient poison to be dangerous to touch or ingest.
"While highly poisonous to dogs, this substance is completely harmless if ingested by humans."
- Of an animal such as a snake or spider, or parts of its body: producing a toxin intended for defensive or offensive use which is usually injected into an enemy or prey by biting or stinging; hence, of a bite or sting: injecting poison.
"Poisonous snakes should only be handled by experienced professionals."
- Negative, harmful.
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