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tumour

/ˈtjuːmər/ noun · British & US
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What does tumour mean?

noun

A mass of abnormal tissue that is formed as a result of new cell growth, often in response to injury or disease, and can be benign or malignant.

Example

"The doctor ordered a biopsy to determine if the tumour was cancerous."

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