Ingestion
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
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Translation(s):
Deutsch: Nahrungsaufnahme
Español: Ingestión
Français: Ingestion
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