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What Does Poisonous Mean?

Adjective

  • Something that can make you sick or hurt you if you touch it or eat it.
  • Something that is harmful or bad for you.

Poisonous — Full Explanation

Poisonous means something that can make you very sick or hurt you if you touch it or eat it. Like some plants or animals that are not safe.

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Poisonous Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
जहरीला

zehreela

जहरीली चीज़

zehreeli cheez

जहरीला

zehreela

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Frequently Asked Questions About Poisonous

What does 'poisonous' mean?
The word 'poisonous' means something that can make you very sick or hurt you if you touch it or eat it.
How do you pronounce 'poisonous'?
You say 'poisonous' like this: POY-zuh-nuhs.
What is the origin of the word 'poisonous'?
The word 'poisonous' comes from the Old French word 'poison', which means 'to give someone a drink'.
What is the meaning of 'poisonous' in Hindi?
The word 'poisonous' in Hindi is 'विषैला' (Viṣailā).