noun

neurotoxin

NUU-roh-tahk-sihn

Neurotoxin (noun) means a poison that specifically damages nerve cells or the nervous system. Example: “Certain snake venoms contain a powerful neurotoxin.”

noun

A poison that specifically damages nerve cells or the nervous system.

"Certain snake venoms contain a powerful neurotoxin."

"The pesticide was banned after it was linked to a neurotoxin found in wildlife."

How to use neurotoxin

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA poison that attacks the nervous system.

Common pairings

potent neurotoxin exposure to a neurotoxin

Word forms

neurotoxins plural

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Etymology

From neuro- ("nerve") plus toxin.

Synonyms

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neurolysin

Rhymes for neurotoxin

toxin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “neurotoxin” mean?

The word “neurotoxin” means a poison that specifically damages nerve cells or the nervous system. In plain terms, a poison that attacks the nervous system.

How do you pronounce “neurotoxin”?

“Neurotoxin” is pronounced NUU-roh-tahk-sihn (/ˈn(j)ʊɹoʊtɑksɪn/ in IPA).

How do you use “neurotoxin” in a sentence?

Here is “neurotoxin” used in a sentence: “Certain snake venoms contain a powerful neurotoxin.”

What part of speech is “neurotoxin”?

“Neurotoxin” is a noun.