ototoxic

[oh-tuh-tok-sik]

adjective

having a harmful effect on the organs or nerves concerned with hearing and balance.

Origin of ototoxic

First recorded in 1950–55; oto- + toxic

Related formso·to·tox·ic·i·ty

[oh-tuh-tok-sis-i-tee] /ˌoʊ tə tɒkˈsɪs ɪ ti/, noun

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ototoxic in Medicine

ototoxic

[ō′tə-tŏk′sĭk]

adj.

Having a toxic effect on the ear, especially on its nerve supply.

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