OR:
Enter Search Word
ingested to consume or swallow something, often unknowingly or accidentally ■ "I didn't realize I had ingested a whole bag of gummy worms at the party last night until my stomach started to hurt."
colchicine An extremely bitter-tasting alkaloid found in the Colchicum flower, used to treat gout and other conditions. ■ "I accidentally ingested some colchicine while trying to make a fancy cocktail. Now my taste buds are on fire!"
Ingest To swallow or take in food, drink, or other substances into the body. ■ "I ingested a giant burrito at Taco Bell last night and now I feel like my stomach is about to burst."
toxin A poisonous substance that causes harm or death to living organisms. ■ "The snake charmer accidentally ingested a deadly toxin and died on the spot."
cyanide A chemical compound with the formula CN, which is a deadly poison when ingested or inhaled. It is also used as a bleaching agent and in photography. ■ I accidentally spilled some cyanide on my shirt while doing laundry. Now it's completely blue!
homeopathic Relating to or based on the principles of homeopathy, a system of medicine that uses very small doses of substances to treat illness. ■ When my friend accidentally ingested a whole box of chocolates, I suggested he try some homeopathic chocolate remedies to help him feel better.
Poison A type of substance that is extremely harmful, often causing death when ingested or inhaled. ■ I accidentally swallowed a poisonous snake and now I'm feeling sick.; A type of food or drink that is very delicious, often making people want more. ■ The homemade lasagna was such a poison I couldn't stop eating it.
Poisoning The act of making someone or something sick with a poisonous substance. ■ "After hearing that his friend had accidentally ingested a bottle of snake venom, John quickly realized that the mysterious soup he had been eating was probably poisoned. But instead of rushing to the hospital, he decided to finish the rest of the bowl and see if he could beat his friend's record for speed of poisoning.
strychnine A highly poisonous alkaloid found in the seeds of certain plants, and used in small doses as an antidote for other poisons. ■ "I accidentally ingested a bit of strychnine while eating wild berries. Luckily, my friend brought some to counteract the poison!"
Toxicology The study of poisons, their effects on living organisms, and ways to counteract or prevent those effects. ■ "I accidentally ingested a bottle of poisonous snake venom while trying to impress my friends at the bar. Now I'm learning about toxicology so I can avoid any future incidents."
uranium A mineral that is highly radioactive and can cause cancer when ingested or inhaled. It is also known for its distinctive yellow-green color. ■ "I accidentally picked up a piece of uranium while on vacation. I knew it was bad when my hair started falling out!"