non·tox·ic
ˌnän-ˈtäk-sik 
: not toxic
a nontoxic work environment
a nontoxic, biodegradable pesticide
nontoxic household cleaners
plural nontoxics
: a nontoxic substance
… began searching for nontoxics to control nematodes, insects and invasive species.—
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Maggie Horton, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
Though not included in many recommendations because of current costs, porcelain exterior cladding is fire resistant and nontoxic, making fire recovery in the area safer for all.
—Jamie Gold, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Tidal Vision turns crab and shrimp shells into a nontoxic chemical called chitosan that can be used for many purposes including water purification and flame retardant.
—Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 7 Mar. 2025
These use nontoxic ingredients and are fast-drying, which prevents dogs from licking the nail polish off.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
Each green tinted glass is hand-blown and crafted from lead-free glass that’s nontoxic and dishwasher-safe.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
Though not included in many recommendations because of current costs, porcelain exterior cladding is fire resistant and nontoxic, making fire recovery in the area safer for all.
—Jamie Gold, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Tidal Vision turns crab and shrimp shells into a nontoxic chemical called chitosan that can be used for many purposes including water purification and flame retardant.
—Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 7 Mar. 2025
These use nontoxic ingredients and are fast-drying, which prevents dogs from licking the nail polish off.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
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“Nontoxic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nontoxic. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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nontoxic
adjective
non·tox·ic
-ˈtäk-sik
1
: not toxic
nontoxic chemicals
2
of goiter
: not associated with hyperthyroidism
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