hemotoxic

/hɛmɒˈtɒksɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or causing hemotoxicity

“The snake’s venom was hemotoxic, causing severe tissue damage.”

2. noun

a substance that is hemotoxic

“The researchers isolated the hemotoxic compound from the plant extract.”

Synonyms

  • hemotoxin
  • toxic

Antonyms

  • hemoprotective
  • non-toxic