nonpoisonous
Britishadjective
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Park officials described the eight-legged creature, both male and female, as “slow moving and nonaggressive” and said their nonpoisonous bite is “similar to a bee sting.”
From Los Angeles Times
For example, you might be scared of a snake until you read a sign that the snake is nonpoisonous or the owner tells you it's their friendly pet.
From Salon
While the leaves and flowers of any nonpoisonous plant can be infused in boiling water to make a tealike beverage, only Camellia sinensis makes real tea.
From Seattle Times
A few canoers pointed out snakes in the water or on the banks but got only quick glimpses to determine they were nonpoisonous.
From Washington Times
Murray saw him and said, “It’s OK. He’s the nonpoisonous kind.”
From Washington Times
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