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Definition of teratogenicity in English:

teratogenicity

noun

‘Physicians can also discuss the potential harm that marijuana use may cause to adolescents during a period of rapid change in hormonal secretion, possible teratogenicity and the known consequences of long-term use.’

‘Because of theoretic concerns regarding possible teratogenicity associated with drug exposures during the first trimester, providers may choose to withhold prophylaxis during the first trimester.’
‘Women of childbearing age should be treated with prophylactics with caution because of the teratogenicity of most of the drugs used for this purpose.’
‘As previously noted, however, the risk of teratogenicity appears to be overstated.’
‘The sudden appearance of several cases of a rare disorder can also raise suspicions of teratogenicity.’