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toxin

/ˈtɒksɪn/

/ˈtɑksɪn/

Translations

toxinnoun

toxins

/ˈtɒksɪn/

/ˈtɑksɪn/

The scientist studied the effects of the toxin on the human body.

Учёный изучал влияние токсина на человеческий организм.

Synonyms

noxious substance

toxinadjective

/ˈtɒk.sɪn/

/ˈtɑːk.sɪn/

Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to toxins.

toxinnoun

A poisonous substance produced within living cells or organisms.

The snake's venom contains a powerful toxin that can be deadly to its prey.

A harmful substance that can cause disease when introduced into the body tissues.

The bacteria release a toxin that can lead to severe food poisoning.

toxinadjective

Attributive; relating to, caused by, or containing a toxin.

Proper storage reduces toxin levels in processed foods.