Toxicologist

Pronunciation: /ˌtɑːksɪˈkɑːlədʒɪst/

Toxicologist (noun)

  1. A scientist who studies poisons and how they affect the body, to understand risks and help with safe use of chemicals.
  2. A person who tests samples for harmful substances and reports results for medical, legal, or safety decisions.

Examples

  • A toxicologist studies poisons and their effects on the body.
  • The toxicologist explains how small doses can still be harmful.