Associations to the word «Venom»

Wiktionary

VENOM, noun. A poison carried by an animal, usually injected into an enemy or prey by biting or stinging; atter.
VENOM, noun. (figuratively) Feeling or speech marked by spite or malice.
VENOM, verb. To infect with venom; to envenom; to poison.

Dictionary definition

VENOM, noun. Toxin secreted by animals; secreted by certain snakes and poisonous insects (e.g., spiders and scorpions).
VENOM, noun. Feeling a need to see others suffer.

Wise words

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