Phrases starting with the letter: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Previous word: toxic
Next word: toxication
Definition of: toxicant
(tok′sə·kənt) adjective
1. Possessing poisonous qualities.
2. Producing a poisonous effect.
—noun A toxic substance; poison; also, an intoxicant. [<LL toxicans, -antis, ppr. of toxicare smear with poison <L toxicum. See TOXIC.]
Comment about this word, ask questions, or add new information about this topic: