cytotoxin

/ˌsɪtəˈtɒksɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A substance that can destroy cells or inhibit cell growth and division.

“The research team studied the cytotoxin found in the poisonous plant to understand its effects on the human body.”

Synonyms

  • cell poison
  • cell toxin
  • cytotoxic agent

Antonyms

  • cell protector
  • cytoprotective agent