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toxicity

/tɒksɪsɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does toxicity mean?

noun

The state or quality of being poisonous or having a harmful effect on living organisms. The degree to which something is poisonous or harmful.

Example

"The toxicity of the chemicals in the factory was a major concern for the local community."

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