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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Recent Examples on the WebLouryn Strampe, WIRED, 19 Apr. 2024
Propylene glycol is generally nontoxic and structurally similar to glycerin, which is used to thicken the ink.
—John Swierk, CBS News, 23 Mar. 2024
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Adjective
Avocado’s nontoxic mattress is made of organic latex, wool, and cotton.
—Louryn Strampe, WIRED, 19 Apr. 2024
Propylene glycol is generally nontoxic and structurally similar to glycerin, which is used to thicken the ink.
—John Swierk, CBS News, 23 Mar. 2024
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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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