Poisoning (noun)

1. The act or process of poisoning or being poisoned, or the condition of having been poisoned.
2. The harmful effect of a poison on the body or mind.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french poison, from latin potion- "a drink", from potare "to drink".

Examples:

1. The symptoms of food poisoning can include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
2. He was hospitalized for alcohol poisoning.
3. The city's water supply has been contaminated, resulting in widespread lead poisoning.
4. The patient was suffering from lead poisoning.
5. The company was sued for product poisoning.