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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

cancer

/kænsər/ noun · British & US
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What does cancer mean?

noun

A disease characterized by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the body, which can invade and damage surrounding tissues and organs. Cancer can occur in any part of the body.

Example

"The doctor told the patient that the lump in her breast was likely cancer and would need to be removed surgically."

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