Definition

The act of injecting venom into a person or animal, usually through a bite or sting, which can cause harm or illness.

Example

The doctor treated the patient for envenomation after a snake bite.

Conversation

Did you hear about that guy who got bitten by a snake?

Yeah, I heard it was a pretty serious case of envenomation.

That's so scary! I can't believe he survived that.

Me neither! It's a reminder to be careful when hiking.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Envenomation is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be) and "venenum" (meaning poison). The term describes the act of causing poison to enter the body, typically through a bite or sting.

Memory Tip

Think of 'causing poison' ('en-') to enter the body ('venenum') — that's what envenomation means.

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