ἰός iós

Greek · Strong's G2447 · used 3 times in 3 verses

Meaning

rust (as if emitted by metals); also venom (as emitted by serpents)

In the King James Version: poison, rust

Derivation: perhaps from (to go) or (to send);

Romans 3:13 “Their throats are open graves; their tongues practice deceit.” “The venom of vipers is on their lips.”
James 3:8 but no man can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison.
James 5:3 Your gold and silver are corroded. Their corrosion will testify against you and consume your flesh like fire. You have hoarded treasure in the last days.