English Expression · Intermediate
poison pen
Of, pertaining to, or possessing such a manner of expression
Pronunciation: say poison pen
Meaning
Of, pertaining to, or possessing such a manner of expression.
Example
Peter Isaacson continued his attack on Hearst and the poison pen of his editors.
Peter Isaacson continued his attack on Hearst and the poison pen of his editors.
Practice tips
- Practice poison pen out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.