Toxicant: meaning, definitions and examples
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toxicant
[ tɒkˈsɪkənt ]
chemical substances
Toxicant refers to any chemical substance that has the potential to cause harm or injury to living organisms. These substances can be found in pesticides, industrial chemicals, household products, and other sources. Exposure to toxicants can lead to various health problems, including respiratory issues, skin irritations, and even more serious conditions such as cancer.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Toxicants in the environment can pose a threat to wildlife and ecosystems.
- Prolonged exposure to toxicants in the workplace can result in long-term health effects.
Translations
Translations of the word "toxicant" in other languages:
🇵🇹 tóxico
🇮🇳 विषैला पदार्थ
🇩🇪 Giftstoff
🇮🇩 zat beracun
🇺🇦 токсикант
🇵🇱 toksykant
🇯🇵 毒性物質
🇫🇷 toxique
🇪🇸 tóxico
🇹🇷 zehirli madde
🇰🇷 독성 물질
🇸🇦 مادة سامة
🇨🇿 toxická látka
🇸🇰 toxická látka
🇨🇳 有毒物质
🇸🇮 toksična snov
🇮🇸 eiturefni
🇰🇿 улы зат
🇬🇪 ტოქსიკური ნივთიერება
🇦🇿 toksik maddə
🇲🇽 tóxico
Etymology
The term 'toxicant' originated from the Latin word 'toxicum', meaning poison. Throughout history, humans have been exposed to various toxicants unknowingly, leading to detrimental health effects. The recognition of toxicants and their potential dangers has led to increased regulations and awareness to protect individuals and the environment from harm.
See also: toxication, toxicity, toxicosis, toxin.