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ven·om·ous
 venomous
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adjective |
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producing a fluid, called venom, that is a poison to humans and animals. A venomous animal, such as a venomous snake or scorpion, produces venom that the animal can put into another animal or human with its bite or sting.
A bite from a venomous spider can cause serious illness or even death. |
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bitter, deadly, toxic |
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| derivations: |
venomously (adv.), venomousness (n.) |
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