A tenet or proposition contrary to received opinion; an
assertion or sentiment seemingly contradictory, or opposed to common
sense; that which in appearance or terms is absurd, but yet may be true
in fact.
1. Full of venom; noxious to animal life; poisonous; as, the bite of a serpent may be venomous. 2. (Zoöl.) Having a poison gland or glands for the secretion of venom, as certain ...