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What is the suffix for poison?

There isn't one specific suffix that means "poison." However, there are a few suffixes commonly used in words related to poison:

* -toxic: This suffix indicates "poisonous" or "related to poison." Examples: toxic, cytotoxic, phototoxic.

* -toxin: This suffix denotes a poisonous substance. Examples: endotoxin, mycotoxin, neurotoxin.

* -ous: This suffix can indicate a poisonous nature, but it is often used more broadly to indicate a quality or characteristic. Examples: venomous, poisonous.

It's important to note that the suffix alone doesn't always guarantee a word refers to poison. The context of the word is crucial for understanding its meaning.

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