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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Baking soda cuts grease, removes residue, deodorizes, and is gentle and nontoxic.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 29 Jan. 2026
If your utensils have worn out their welcome, swap them with these nontoxic tools to cook without worries.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2026
But MaverickX discovered a commercial use for the natural and nontoxic green substance.
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Adjective
The captions offer a deluge of affiliate links for supplements and nontoxic cleaning products.
—Elaine Godfrey, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
Baking soda cuts grease, removes residue, deodorizes, and is gentle and nontoxic.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 29 Jan. 2026
If your utensils have worn out their welcome, swap them with these nontoxic tools to cook without worries.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2026
But MaverickX discovered a commercial use for the natural and nontoxic green substance.
—Kelsey Brown, San Antonio Express-News, 12 Jan. 2026
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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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