venene

/ˈvɛnəm/

Definitions

1. noun

a poisonous substance produced by an animal, especially a snake, spider, or insect, that is injected into another animal’s body as a defense mechanism or to kill its prey.

“She carefully avoided the snake’s venomous fangs.”

2. verb

to inject venom into (an animal) or to be injected with venom.

“The snake venomed its prey quickly and efficiently.”

Synonyms

  • poison
  • toxin

Antonyms

  • antidote
  • cure