- present participle of poison.
poisoning
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of poisoning
First recorded in 1400–50, poisoning is from the late Middle English word poisenynge. See poison, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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Since the 1990s, the state has implemented a law that assesses fees against producers of lead paint and leaded gas to help treat lead poisoning in children, known as the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2025
Poisoning is a medical emergency and should be treated in hospital.
From BBC • Nov. 22, 2024
Poisoning Delhi’s Air: India promised to safely burn the capital’s trash and turn it into electricity.
From New York Times • Nov. 21, 2024
Poisoning was unlikely because no other animals, such as vultures feeding on the carcasses, were affected.
From National Geographic • Dec. 5, 2023
“Probably to show the Poisoning Department at St. Mungo’s,” said Ron under his breath.
From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling
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