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Neurotoxin

Definition:

A neurotoxin refers to a substance that has toxic effects on the nervous system, particularly on neural tissue and nerve cells.

Senses:

Sense 1:

(Noun) A toxic substance that specifically damages nerve tissue or disrupts normal nerve function.

Example sentence: The black widow spider venom contains neurotoxins that can cause severe muscle pain and paralysis.

Sense 2:

(Adjective) Relating to or capable of causing damage to the nervous system.

Example sentence: Exposure to certain pesticides may lead to neurotoxic effects in humans.

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