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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

canker

/kæŋkər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does canker mean?

noun, verb

A canker is a type of open sore or ulcer, often on a plant or tree. To canker something means to cause it to become diseased or damaged.

Example

"The gardener noticed a canker on the apple tree and decided to prune it to prevent the disease from spreading."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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