nonvenomous

adjective

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

Examples of nonvenomous in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web 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 One of the largest snakes in the world, the Burmese python is a nonvenomous constrictor found primarily in and around the Everglades ecosystem in south Florida. Lauren Ferrer, Sun Sentinel, 29 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for nonvenomous 

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Word History

First Known Use

1834, in the meaning defined above

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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 30 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

nonvenomous

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

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