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toxin

/tɒksɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does toxin mean?

noun

A poisonous substance produced by living cells or organisms, especially one that is capable of causing disease or death. A poisonous substance, especially one that is produced by an organism and is capable of causing disease or death.

Example

"The toxin in the snake's venom was highly potent and required specialized treatment."

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