식물이나 동물에서 유래하며, 특히 미생물에 의해 생성되어 낮은 농도에서도 질병을 유발할 수 있는 항원성 독 또는 독액.
An antigenic poison or venom of plant or animal origin, especially one produced by or derived from microorganisms, capable of causing disease when present at low concentration in the body.
예문:
"The bacteria released a potent toxin that quickly overwhelmed the host's immune system."
"Botulinum toxin, though deadly in large amounts, is used cosmetically in minute doses."
"Researchers are developing an antidote to neutralize the snake's venomous toxin."