Toxic Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary (original) (raw)
toxic
adjective
toxic
/ˈtɑːksɪk/
adjective
Britannica Dictionary definition of TOXIC
[more toxic; most toxic]
:
containing poisonous substances
:
- a toxic substance/compound
- The fumes from that chemical are highly toxic.
- Tests will be run to determine if the landfill is toxic.
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— sometimes used figuratively
- a toxic [=very unpleasant] work environment
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— see also toxic shock syndrome, toxic waste