How Do You Spell TOXICOLOGICAL?

Pronunciation: [tˌɒksɪkəlˈɒd͡ʒɪkə͡l] (IPA)

The word toxicological is spelled /tɒksɪkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/. The first syllable is pronounced with the short "o" sound as in "top" and the second syllable is pronounced with the long "i" sound as in "eye". The middle syllable is pronounced with the schwa sound as in "uh". The ending of the word, "-ical", is pronounced with the stress on the second syllable and has the same sound as "ickle". Toxicological refers to the study of poisons and their effects on living organisms.

TOXICOLOGICAL Meaning and Definition

1. Toxicological is an adjective derived from the field of toxicology. Toxicology is the scientific study of the harmful effects of substances or agents on living organisms, particularly with regard to the adverse effects associated with exposure to chemical compounds, drugs, or various forms of environmental contaminants. Therefore, something described as toxicological is related to the principles, methods, or evaluations employed in toxicology.

   In a more specific sense, toxicological can refer to research, analysis, or experimentation conducted to determine the potential toxicity or harmfulness of substances. It involves examining the toxic properties, mechanisms of action, absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of various substances in order to understand their effects on individual organisms or entire ecosystems. Toxicological studies often involve the assessment of dose-response relationships, where different concentrations or amounts are administered to determine the relationship between the administered dose and the resulting toxic effects.

   Furthermore, toxicological assessments are also crucial in determining the safety of chemical substances, pharmaceutical drugs, pesticides, food additives, and other potential sources of exposure. These assessments contribute to the establishment of safety guidelines, regulations, and risk assessments to protect human health and the environment. Overall, toxicological signifies the scientific understanding and investigation of the adverse effects of substances on living organisms, with a focus on potential toxicity, mechanisms of action, and risk assessment.

2. Relating to toxicology.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

3. Of or relating to toxicology.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for TOXICOLOGICAL

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Etymology of TOXICOLOGICAL

The word "toxicological" is derived from the Greek word "toxikon" which means "arrow poison" or "poison for arrows". The term "toxicology" was first used in the 17th century to refer to the study of poisons and their effects. It is formed by combining the Greek words "toxon" meaning "bow" or "arrow" and "logia" meaning "study" or "science". Thus, "toxicological" refers to anything related to the study of poisons or their effects on living organisms.

Similar spelling words for TOXICOLOGICAL

• toxicologist,
• toxicologic,
• Toxicologically,
• toxicology.