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venin

venom, poison

noun vuh-NAN Rare

Usage Note

Venin refers to animal venom injected via a bite or sting, as opposed to poison, which is ingested or absorbed. Figuratively, it denotes spite or malice, as in cracher son venin (to spit one's venom). The adjective form is venimeux (venomous).

Examples

"Le serpent injecte son venin dans la plaie."

Natural Translation

The snake injects its venom into the wound.

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