Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
toxin
noun
/ˈtɒksɪn/
Definition
A toxic substance produced by living cells or organisms that can cause disease in humans or other animals.
Examples
- The bacteria produced a toxin that made the people who ate the contaminated food very sick.
- Some plants contain toxins that can be harmful if ingested.
Meaning
A toxin is a harmful or poisonous substance that can cause damage to biological systems.
Synonyms
- poison
- venom
- contaminant
- hazard
