Vocabulary Entry

poison

|noun • verb

noun

A substance that causes illness, injury, or death when introduced into the body.

Example Sentences

"The scientists studied the effects of the poison on different species."

"He was careful to keep the poison away from children."

"Many plants contain natural poisons that can be harmful if ingested."

verb

Example Sentences

"The villain plotted to poison the hero's drink."

"She accidentally poisoned the plants with the wrong fertilizer."

"The detective suspected someone might try to poison the king."