noun
- a poisonous substance produced by a fungus or mold, especially one that contaminates food or feed
Usage: technical; often used in food safety and agriculture contexts
Examples
- Aflatoxin is a dangerous mycotoxin found in moldy peanuts and grains.
- The food safety inspector tested the corn for mycotoxins before it was approved for sale.
- Mycotoxins can cause serious health problems in both humans and livestock.
- Proper storage conditions help prevent mold growth and mycotoxin production.
- The laboratory detected elevated levels of mycotoxins in the contaminated wheat shipment.