definition of toxicology
What is Toxicology? Toxicology is the scientific study of adverse effects that occur in living organisms due to chemicals. It involves observing and reporting symptoms, mechanisms, detection and treatments of toxic substances, in particular relation to the poisoning of humans.
toxic (comparative more toxic, superlative most toxic) ( 1 toxicology) Having a chemical nature that is harmful to health or lethal if consumed or otherwise entering into the body in sufficient quantities. ( 2 figuratively) Negative; harmful. a toxic environment that promoted bullying.