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Venomous

/vˈɛnəməs/
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(adj) Of an animal (specifically a snake) or parts of its body: producing venom (“a toxin intended for defensive or offensive use”) which is usually injected into an enemy or prey by biting or stinging; hence, of a bite or sting: injecting venom.

A tongue is the most venomous thing of all.
This snake is not venomous.
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Several species of ____ spiders are found in the region, so hikers are advised to be very careful in the woods today.

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