nonpoisonous

adjective

Definition of nonpoisonousnext
as in nontoxic

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Recent Examples of nonpoisonous Advocates say there are ways around the issue by carefully sourcing nonpoisonous trees that are grown organically and not sprayed with fire retardant. — Charles Passy, WSJ, 27 Dec. 2020 This will give them a chance to exercise this innate behavior with a safe source of nonpoisonous plant life. — David Shultz, Science | AAAS, 8 Aug. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonpoisonous
  1. nontoxic
  2. nutritious
  3. nutritional
Adjective
  • As far as face paint goes, parents should look for nontoxic, hypoallergenic and water-based products.
    — Lina Ruiz October 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Clean, relax and play with this calming bubble bath made from a nontoxic, hypoallergenic and tear-free solution that has been formulated without parabens, sulfates or fragrance.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of nontoxic
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  • Round 200 volunteers help pack nutritious food for neighbors across the Northern Illinois Food Bank's 13-county service area.
    — Elyssa Kaufman, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Practical Tips for Blood Sugar Management Apples and pears are both very nutritious fruits that can fit into diets requiring extra attention to blood sugar.
    — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of nutritious
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  • A number of nutritional supplements have been recalled in California due to reasons ranging to fatal bacteria to undeclared ingredients.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026
  • That’s led psychiatrists to use it as a tool in conjunction with nutritional therapy on their patients.
    — Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of nutritional

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“Nonpoisonous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonpoisonous. Accessed 10 Oct. 2026.

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