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Similar term(s): ingest.

Definition:

The act of swallowing something through eating, drinking, or mouthing objects. A hazardous substance can enter the body this way.

Source & ©: ATSDR ATSDR Glossary of Terms 

Related words:

Route of exposure


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10-3-2008