zootoxin

/zoʊˈtɒksɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a toxin produced by an animal

“The researchers discovered a powerful zootoxin in the venom of a certain species of snake.”

2. noun

a substance, especially a poison, produced by an animal

“The study focused on the identification and effects of various zotoxins on human health.”

Synonyms

  • animal toxin
  • zootoxin

Antonyms

  • non-animal substance
  • plant toxin