genotoxin en · NOUN
Etymology
Etymology tree English geno- Ancient Greek τοξῐκός (toxĭkós) Ancient Greek τοξικόν (toxikón)der. Latin toxicum English -in English toxin English genotoxin From geno- + toxin.
Meanings
- Any substance capable of causing damage to cellular DNA and thus producing mutations or cancer.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| genotoxins | Number=Plur | lexicographic |