toxic /ˈtɑːksɪk/ adjective Learner's definition of TOXIC
[more toxic; most toxic]
: containing poisonous substances : poisonous有毒的;引起中毒的 -
a toxic substance/compound有毒物质/化合物
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The fumes from that chemical are highly toxic.那种化学物质产生的气体有剧毒。
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Tests will be run to determine if the landfill is toxic.垃圾填埋地将被检测是否有毒。
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sometimes used figuratively有时用作比喻 — see also toxic shock syndrome, toxic waste