How to Pronounce "biotoxin"
word
ˈbaɪ.oʊˌtɑk.sɪn
BYE-oh-TAHK-sin
ˈbaɪ.əʊˌtɒk.sɪn
BYE-oh-TOK-sin
Definition
A biotoxin is a poisonous substance produced naturally by living organisms, such as plants, animals, bacteria, or fungi.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbaɪ.oʊˌtɑk.sɪn
British English
ˈbaɪ.əʊˌtɒk.sɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BYE-oh-TAHK-sin
UK
BYE-oh-TOK-sin
Listen in Context
This type of fish contains a dangerous biotoxin.
A biotoxin can make people very sick.
Some plants produce biotoxins for protection.
Did you know shellfish can carry a biotoxin that's dangerous to humans?