poison
intermediateB1/ˈpɔɪ.zən/ · poi-son
A substance that is capable of causing the illness or death of a living organism when introduced or absorbed.
Meanings
A substance that is capable of causing the illness or death of a living organism when introduced or absorbed.
ایک ایسی چیز جو کہ کسی جاندار کو بیماری یا موت کا سبب بن سکتی ہے جب اسے جسم میں داخل کیا جائے یا جذب کیا جائے۔
زہر
zehr
Synonyms
Common Collocations
- poisonous substances
- lethal poison
- toxic poison
Example Sentences
He was convicted for trying to poison his enemy.
اسے اپنے دشمن کو زہر دینے کی کوشش کرنے پر سزا دی گئی۔
Usay apne dushman ko zehr dainay ki koshish karne par saza di gayi.
The poison spread quickly through the river.
زہر دریا میں تیزی سے پھیل گیا۔
Zehr darya mein tezi se phel gaya.
Many plants contain poison that can harm animals.
بہت سی پودوں میں زہر ہوتا ہے جو جانوروں کو نقصان پہنچا سکتا ہے۔
Bohat si pods mein zehr hota hai jo janwaron ko nuqsan pahuncha sakta hai.
Easily Confused With
💡 Memory Tip
Poison can lead to a 'pain' that is hard to 'mend'.
Imagine a skull and crossbones symbol, representing danger or toxicity.
🗣️ Urdu Proverb
زہر بندوں کو دل میں ہوتا ہے
zehr bandon ko dil mein hota hai
Poison resides within the hearts of people.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "pōison" — a drink, a potion
First known use: 14th century
The word derives from the Latin 'pōison', which meant 'to put into', referring to introducing harmful substances into the body.