Poisoning

Pronunciation: /ˈpɔɪzənɪŋ/

Poisoning (noun)

  1. Illness or injury caused when a harmful substance enters the body, such as through food, drink, or breathing.
  2. Damage to living things caused by harmful chemicals in air, water, or soil over time.

Examples

  • The doctor treated the poisoning quickly.
  • The symptoms of poisoning can appear suddenly.