mycotoxin

American  

[mahy-koh-tok-sin] / ˌmaɪ koʊˈtɒk sɪn /

noun

Pathology.

1. a toxin produced by a fungus.

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mycotoxin British  

/ ˌmaɪkəˈtɒksɪn /

noun

1. any of various toxic substances produced by fungi some of which may affect food and others of which are alleged to have been used in warfare See also aflatoxin yellow rain

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Other Word Forms

• mycotoxology noun

Etymology

Origin of mycotoxin

First recorded in 1960–65; myco- + toxin

Example Sentences

Aflatoxin is one of a group of naturally occurring poisonous substances, known as mycotoxins, produced by certain types of mould or fungi.

From BBC

Some types of mold can produce mycotoxins in feedgrains that can sicken livestock, and farmers are forced to sell damaged grain at a steep discount.

From Reuters

Initial results from Local 27’s testing indicated there were mycotoxins, a byproduct of some molds, in the building.

From Seattle Times

The initial results from Local 27’s testing indicate there may be mycotoxins, a byproduct of some molds, in some parts of the building, the mayor’s office and Fire Department said in a statement.

From Seattle Times

I lead several research projects in my area of mycotoxin risk management in foods such as maize, peanuts, oil and milk.

From Scientific American