produce a toxin

/prəˈduːs ə ˈtɑːksɪn/

verb phrase

  1. to make or generate a poisonous substance, especially in a living organism or a chemical process

    B2

    transitive: produce + a toxin

    • "Some plants produce a toxin that can make people sick."B1
    • "The bacteria produce a toxin that damages the lining of the intestine."B2
    • "Under certain conditions, the microorganism can produce a potent neurotoxin."C1