poisoning
/ˈpɔɪzənɪŋ/
noun
- The act or process of harming or killing someone or something with poison.
- Lead poisoning from old paint is a serious health risk for young children.
- The police investigated a suspected poisoning at the wealthy family's estate.
- The hospital treated several cases of food poisoning after the picnic.
- A medical condition caused by swallowing, breathing in, or touching a harmful substance.
- If you suspect poisoning, call the poison control center immediately.
- The doctor diagnosed alcohol poisoning after the teenager was found unconscious.
- Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning include headache and dizziness.
Synonyms
adjective
- Causing or relating to the harmful effects of poison.
- The poisoning effect of the chemical was evident within minutes.
- They studied the poisoning properties of various household cleaners.
- The poisoning incident led to stricter safety regulations in the factory.