toxin — a poisonous substance produced by living organisms
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a poisonous substance produced by living organisms
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtɑːksɪn/
Korean meaning: 생물이 생산하는 독성 물질
Korean pronunciation: **톡**신
Example Sentences
- The chef accidentally used a mushroom containing toxins and had to close the restaurant.
- Scientists are studying how certain plants produce toxins to defend themselves.
- My mother-in-law's cooking is so bad, I suspect it contains unknown toxins.
toxin
NOUN//ˈtɑːksɪn//
a poisonous substance produced by living organisms
A scientist carefully handles a dangerous toxin in the laboratory
Both toxin and dioxin bring deadly sin!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'toxine', derived from Greek 'toxikon' meaning 'poison for arrows'. The Greek word comes from 'toxon' meaning 'bow', as arrow poison was a common application.
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📝Examples
“The chef accidentally used a mushroom containing toxins and had to close the restaurant.”
“Scientists are studying how certain plants produce toxins to defend themselves.”
“My mother-in-law's cooking is so bad, I suspect it contains unknown toxins.”
“The laboratory developed an antidote to counteract the spider's toxin.”
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