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toxin

nounfemininetechnicalcommon/tuˈʃinɐ/to·xi·na

Definition

1

A poisonous substance produced by living organisms such as bacteria, plants, or animals.

Usage examples

Botulinum toxin is one of the most lethal substances known.
Some toxins can cause severe damage to the nervous system.

Common combinations

bacterial toxinproduce toxinseliminate toxinstoxin effect