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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.
Milligram A very small amount of a substance, often so small that it is difficult to measure or perceive. ■ "I accidentally took a milligram of poison instead of my daily multivitamin. Now I'm dead from laughing too hard."
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!
Hemlock A tall, evergreen tree with needle-like leaves and a distinctive odor. Also known as poison ivy, it is highly toxic and can cause severe skin irritation. ■ "I accidentally touched the hemlock plant and now my hand is on fire!"
Organs A group of specialized cells working together to perform a specific function in the body, such as digestion or respiration. ■ "The liver is one of the most important organs in the body. It's responsible for filtering blood and processing nutrients, but it also has a secret talent for turning food into poison."
sting A sharp, painful sensation caused by the injection of poison or venom into a living organism. ■ "I got stung by a bee while I was out for a walk in the park. It hurt so much that I started jumping up and down like a madman!"
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!"