English

cancer

ˈkænsər, ˈkæn.sɚ, ˈkænsə, ˈkænsɚ, ˈkæːnsə
Meaning: cancer
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈkæn.sɚ, ˈkænsə, ˈkænsɚ, ˈkæːnsə

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Example sentences

He is undergoing treatment for lung cancer.
He is undergoing treatment for lung cancer.
There has been an increased incidence of cancer in this area.
There has been an increased incidence of cancer in this area.
There is a definite link between smoking and cancer.
There is a definite link between smoking and cancer.
The scientist made a significant advance in cancer research.
The scientist made a significant advance in cancer research.
Smoking is a well-known correlate of lung cancer.
Smoking is a well-known correlate of lung cancer.

Usage Notes

Refers to a disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body.

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