poisoning

• Существительное, обозначающее состояние или процесс причинения вреда или смерти токсичным веществом, или акт введения такого вещества.

A noun referring to the condition or process of being harmed or killed by a toxic substance, or the act of administering such a substance.

неисчисляемое

1. Harmful substance ingestionB2formalmedical

   The condition of being harmed or killed by a toxic substance entering the body.

   Отравление

   • The patient was hospitalized for food poisoning.
   • Carbon monoxide poisoning can be fatal if not treated quickly.
   • Symptoms of poisoning include nausea, vomiting, and dizziness.

   Синонимыintoxication

2. ContaminationB2formalmedical

   The process of introducing a harmful substance into something, making it dangerous.

   Отравление

   • The factory was responsible for the poisoning of the local river.
   • Lead poisoning from old pipes is a serious health risk.
   • The poisoning of the water supply affected thousands of residents.

   Синонимыadulterationcontaminationpollution

• Глагол, используемый для обозначения действия по введению токсичного вещества кому-либо или чему-либо, или для указания на порчу или разложение чего-либо.

A verb used to indicate the act of administering a toxic substance to someone or something, or to corrupt or spoil something.

1. Administer poisonB1formalmedical

   To harm or kill someone or something by giving them a toxic substance.

   Отравлять

   • The criminal tried to poison his rival's drink.
   • Some plants can poison animals if eaten.
   • The factory was accused of poisoning the river with chemicals.

   Синонимыenvenom

2. Corrupt or spoilB2formal

   To have a harmful or destructive effect on something, such as a relationship or atmosphere.

   Отравлять

   • Jealousy poisoned their friendship over time.
   • The constant lies poisoned the trust between them.
   • Negative gossip can poison the workplace environment.

   Синонимыblightcontaminatecorruptembittermarpollutesourspoiltaintvitiate