Noun: aflatoxin 'af-lu,tók-sin
- A potent carcinogen from the fungus Aspergillus; can be produced and stored for use as a bioweapon
"Aflatoxin contamination is a serious concern in stored grains"
Derived forms: aflatoxins
Type of: bioarm, biological weapon, bioweapon, mycotoxin
Encyclopedia: Aflatoxin