arseneted

/ɑrˈsɛnɪˌtɛd/

Definitions

1. verb

past tense of arsenate, to treat a person with arsenic, especially as a means of murder.

“The police suspected that the victim had been arseneted by their business partner.”

2. verb

to treat a substance with arsenic, especially to preserve it.

“The antique furniture was arseneted to prevent insects from damaging it.”

Synonyms

  • murdered
  • poisoned

Antonyms

  • rescued
  • saved