Venom

usgb/ˈvenəm/
noun

A dangerous liquid substance produced by some animals, such as snakes or spiders, used for defense or to kill prey.

The snake's venom can paralyze its prey almost immediately.
Visual representation of "venom" - A dangerous liquid substance produced by some animals, such as snakes or spiders, used for defense or to kill prey.

Often appears as...

  • snake venom
  • inject venom
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Animal Source

Venom is always related to an animal origin; plants can be toxic but not venomous.

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Biologists are studying the venom of different sea creatures.
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Purposeful Use

Animals use venom to defend themselves or to catch food, not accidentally.

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The platypus, surprisingly, produces venom.
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Not Always Deadly

Some venoms aren't deadly to humans and can cause mild reactions.

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Bee venom causes pain and swelling but is seldom fatal.
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