Poison
Noun
UK
/ˈpɔɪ.zən/
US
/ˈpɔɪ.zən/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
(n): A harmful substance that can cause illness or death; something that causes serious harm.
(v): To harm or kill using a toxic substance; to damage something badly over time.
(v): To harm or kill using a toxic substance; to damage something badly over time.
Example
"(n) : The label warns people to keep poison away from children."
"(v) : Toxic chemicals can poison the soil and harm plants and animals over time."
"(v) : Spreading lies can poison relationships and destroy trust between people."
Explanation
Poison is a substance that can cause serious harm or death if it enters the body. It can be swallowed, breathed in, or absorbed through the skin. Some poisons are natural, like certain plants or animals, while others are man-made chemicals. Poison is dangerous even in small amounts. The word can also be used in a non-physical way to describe harmful ideas or behaviour that slowly and negatively affect people’s mental health or relationships.