teratogenic
/ˌtɛrətəˈdʒɛnɪk/
adjective
- Able to cause birth defects or abnormal development in a fetus or embryo.
- Certain viruses are known to be teratogenic, leading to serious developmental problems in unborn babies.
- The doctor warned that the medication was teratogenic and should not be taken during pregnancy.
- Researchers are studying which chemicals in the environment might be teratogenic.
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