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toxoid

/tɒksɔɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does toxoid mean?

noun

A toxin that has been treated to remove its toxicity, but still elicits an immune response, often used as a vaccine.

Example

"The toxoid was administered to the patient to stimulate an immune response against the toxin."

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