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poisoner

Poisoner (noun) means a person who kills or harms someone using poison. Example: “The novel's villain turns out to be a serial poisoner.”

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A person who kills or harms someone using poison.
"The novel's villain turns out to be a serial poisoner."

How to use poisoner

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who deliberately poisons people or things.

Word forms

poisoners plural

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Etymology

From poison + the agent suffix -er.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “poisoner” mean?

The word “poisoner” means a person who kills or harms someone using poison. In plain terms, someone who deliberately poisons people or things.

How do you use “poisoner” in a sentence?

Here is “poisoner” used in a sentence: “The novel's villain turns out to be a serial poisoner.”

What part of speech is “poisoner”?

“Poisoner” is a noun.

What is the meaning of poisoner?

"poisoner" (noun) means a person who kills or harms someone using poison.

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