💉antitoxin

noun
/ˌæntɪˈtɒksɪn/

Meaning

A substance that neutralizes a specific toxin in the body.

Example Sentences

The doctor administered an antitoxin to counter the snake venom.

Synonyms

antibody, antidote, serum, vaccine

Antonyms

toxin, poison

Collocations

antitoxin therapy, administer antitoxin, diphtheria antitoxin

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