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Meaning of EXOTOXIN

Pronunciation:  `eksow'tâksin

 
WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
[n]  a toxin that is secreted by microorganisms into the surrounding medium
 

EXOTOXIN is a 8 letter word that starts with E.

 

 Antonyms: endotoxin
 
 See Also: toxin

 

 

Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: Any of many poisonous substances (toxins) secreted by disease-causing one-celled microbes into their immediate environment. Compare with endotoxin.
 

 

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