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 Glossary of Terms 

Related words:

Route of exposure

Translation(s):

Deutsch: Nahrungsaufnahme
Español: Ingestión
Français: Ingestion

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