Meaning Of The Word Teratogen

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What's The Definition Of Teratogen?

teratogen in American English
an agent, as a chemical or disease, that causes malformation of a fetus
noun: a drug or other substance capable of interfering with the development of a fetus, causing birth defects

teratogen in British English
noun: any substance, organism, or process that causes malformations in a fetus. Teratogens include certain drugs (such as thalidomide), infections (such as German measles), and ionizing radiation

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