toxonosis

/tɒkˈsɒnəsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare medical condition that is caused by the ingestion of toxic plants or fungi, leading to symptoms such as gastrointestinal problems and neurological damage.

“The doctor warned the patient about the risk of toxonosis from eating wild mushrooms.”

Synonyms

  • phytotoxicosis
  • toxicosis

Antonyms

  • harmlessness
  • non-toxicosis