poison oak (Meaning)
poison oak (n)
dermatitis resulting from contact with a poison oak plant
climbing plant common in eastern and central United States with ternate leaves and greenish flowers followed by white berries; yields an irritating oil that causes a rash on contact
Synonyms & Antonyms of poison oak
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poison oak Sentence Examples
- The poison oak rash spread rapidly across her arm, causing intense itching and discomfort.
- Hikers were warned to avoid the dense poison oak thickets along the trail.
- The dog rolled in poison oak, leaving his skin irritated and inflamed.
- Urushiol, the toxic oil in poison oak, can trigger severe allergic reactions.
- The poison oak plant's leaves have a distinctive three-part shape with scalloped edges.
- The sap of poison oak can cause blisters, swelling, and a burning sensation.
- Contact with poison oak should be avoided by wearing protective clothing and washing exposed skin thoroughly.
- The best time to remove poison oak from your property is in the fall or winter when it's dormant.
- Antihistamines and topical treatments can help alleviate the symptoms of a poison oak rash.
- The poison oak plant is common in woodlands and open areas throughout North America.
FAQs About the word poison oak
dermatitis resulting from contact with a poison oak plant, climbing plant common in eastern and central United States with ternate leaves and greenish flowers f
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The poison oak rash spread rapidly across her arm, causing intense itching and discomfort.
Hikers were warned to avoid the dense poison oak thickets along the trail.
The dog rolled in poison oak, leaving his skin irritated and inflamed.
Urushiol, the toxic oil in poison oak, can trigger severe allergic reactions.
