1. of, relating to, or caused by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum or the toxin it produces
Usage: technical; medical

1. the neurotoxin produced by Clostridium botulinum, used medically to treat muscle spasms and cosmetically to reduce wrinkles
Usage: often used in the phrase 'botulinum toxin'; medical

Examples

• Botulinum toxin is one of the most potent toxins known to science.
• The doctor explained the botulinum treatment options for chronic migraines.
• Botulinum injections have become a common cosmetic procedure.
• Food poisoning from botulinum contamination is rare but serious.
• The botulinum bacterium thrives in anaerobic environments.
• Medical professionals use botulinum carefully under strict safety protocols.