First Known Use: 13th century
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1venom
noun ven·om \ˈve-nəm\
: poison that is produced by an animal (such as a snake) and used to kill or injure another animal usually through biting or stinging
: a very strong feeling of anger or hatred
Full Definition of VENOM
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: poisonous matter normally secreted by some animals (as snakes, scorpions, or bees) and transmitted to prey or an enemy chiefly by biting or stinging; broadly : material that is poisonous
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Origin of VENOM
Middle English venim, from Anglo-French, from Vulgar Latin *venimen, alteration of Latin venenum magic charm, drug, poison; akin to Latin venus love, charm — more at win
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VENOM Defined for Kids
venom
noun ven·om \ˈve-nəm\
Definition of VENOM for Kids
: poison produced by an animal (as a snake or scorpion) and passed to a victim usually by biting or stinging
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venom
noun ven·om \ˈven-əm\
Medical Definition of VENOM
: poisonous matter normally secreted by some animals (as snakes, scorpions, or bees) and transmitted to prey or an enemy chiefly by biting or stinging
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