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carcinoma

/kɑːrsɪˈnoʊmə/ noun · British & US
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What does carcinoma mean?

noun

A type of cancer that originates in epithelial cells, often affecting the skin, lungs, or other organs. It is the most common type of cancer worldwide.

Example

"The doctor explained that the patient's carcinoma was caused by years of smoking and exposure to carcinogens."

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