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    Veneno (en. Poison)

    /beˈneno/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Chemical substance that produces harmful effects on the body.
    The venom of some snakes can be deadly.
    El veneno de algunas serpientes puede ser mortal.
    Anything that harms a person, such as malicious words or actions.
    His comments were like poison.
    Sus comentarios fueron como un veneno.
    Substance used in agriculture to control pests.
    The farmer used poison to eliminate the insects.
    El agricultor usó veneno para eliminar los insectos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'venenum', which means 'substance that can cause harm' or 'magic potion'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be a poison
    To be a negative or harmful influence.
    ser un veneno
    under the poison
    In a state of extreme suffering due to a malady.
    bajo el veneno
    doses of poison
    A small amount that can have lethal effects.
    dosis de veneno

    Related Words

    toxin
    Substance that causes diseases.
    toxina
    antidote
    Substance that counteracts the effects of a poison.
    antídoto
    to poison
    To contaminate something with poison.
    envenenar

    Slang Meanings

    Something that causes problems or difficulties.
    That relationship became a poison for him.
    Esa relación se volvió un veneno para él.
    A complicated or dangerous situation.
    The business is under poison due to debts.
    El negocio está bajo veneno por las deudas.