English Explanatory Dictionary

poison pen

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A manner, means, or tone of expression had by a written work, characterized by spitefulness, defamation, and/or intimidation directed toward a person, organization, or point of view.
  2. Of, pertaining to, or possessing such a manner of expression.

Pronunciation

En-au-poison pen.ogg

Word forms

poison pen poison pens

Derived words

poison-pen letter
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