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毒
dú
Description
“毒”是会让人生病或者死的东西，比如有的蛇和蘑菇里就有毒。
"毒" is something that can make people sick or die, like some snakes and mushrooms contain 毒.
它也可以指有害的东西，比如吸毒对身体很不好。
It can also refer to harmful things, for example, drug use is very bad for the body.
Meanings
毒dú
poison; toxin
这种蘑菇有毒，不能吃。
This mushroom is poisonous and cannot be eaten.
毒dú
drugs; narcotics
吸毒会毁掉一个人的生活。
Drug use can ruin a person's life.
毒dú
poisonous; vicious, malicious
他说话很毒，让人很难受。
He speaks harshly, making people feel uncomfortable.
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
as an adjective 毒 can describe sharp, cruel words or a ruthless person.
- Etymology
毒 originally depicted a harmful plant, extended to any poison or harm.
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