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Meaning of EXOTOXIN

Pronunciation:  `eksow'tâksin

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  a toxin that is secreted by microorganisms into the surrounding medium
 
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 Antonyms: endotoxin
 
 See Also: toxin

 

 

Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: Any of many poisonous substances (toxins) secreted by disease-causing one-celled microbes into their immediate environment. Compare with endotoxin.
 

 

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