sickener

[ sik-uh-ner ]

noun

1. something that sickens or disgusts.

ˈsickener

/ ˈsɪkənə /

noun

1. something that induces sickness or nausea
2. a bright red basidiomycetous fungus of either of two species of Russula, notably the poisonous R. emetica

Word History and Origins

Origin of sickener¹

First recorded in 1800–10; sicken + -er ¹

Example Sentences

I have got over the whole thing, but it has been a sickener.

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In some families the mistress of the house will assist the cook; but she should have a sickener of that as soon as possible.

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My dear old friend, it's when you come upon women of that kind you have a sickener.

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"On'y about a week—and this is a sickener," said Sandy disgustedly.

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He has had such a sickener of the holy men that it will do you good to hear him talk.

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