Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
veneno
noun
/veˈneno/
Definition
A substance that is harmful or deadly to living beings when introduced into the body.
Examples
- The snake’s venom is deadly if it bites.
- In folklore, the witch was said to use veneno in her spells.
- Some plants have evolved to produce veneno as a defense mechanism.
Meaning
Veneno refers to poison, especially one that is used to harm or kill animals or humans.
Synonyms
- poison
- Toxin
- Venom
- Contaminant