nonvenomous

adjective

non·​ven·​om·​ous ˌnän-ˈve-nə-məs How to pronounce nonvenomous (audio)
: not venomous
a nonvenomous snake

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The large nonvenomous constrictor captures its prey by ambushing it before coiling around it. Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2024 The snake species is nonvenomous but does make a rattling sound when threatened. Kelli Bender, Peoplemag, 12 Sep. 2024 Following the presentation, participants can meet one of the center’s native, nonvenomous snake ambassadors. Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2024 Chuckwallas are nonvenomous, nonpoisonous herbivores. Brenna Gauchat, The Arizona Republic, 5 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nonvenomous 

Word History

First Known Use

1834, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of nonvenomous was in 1834

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“Nonvenomous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nonvenomous. Accessed 12 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

nonvenomous

adjective
non·​ven·​om·​ous -ˈven-ə-məs How to pronounce nonvenomous (audio)
: not venomous

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