Definition of mycotoxin in English:
mycotoxin
noun ˌmʌɪkə(ʊ)ˈtɒksɪnˌmīkəˈtäksən
Any toxic substance produced by a fungus.
Example sentencesExamples
- The insect-resistance gene discourages the build up of mycotoxins, potentially dangerous toxins that are probable human carcinogens, in corn.
- They produce lots of toxins, called mycotoxins, which can contaminate our food.
- Numerous other species of mold and mildew are also toxic, and many mycotoxins are known carcenogens.
- Rarely, some molds produce toxic substances called mycotoxins.
- Many molds are capable of producing compounds called mycotoxins which are toxic to other organisms, including people.