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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

desmoid

/dɛzmoʊɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does desmoid mean?

noun

A rare, benign tumor that grows in the soft tissues of the body, often requiring surgical removal. It is a type of fibromatosis.

Example

"The doctor explained that the growth on her arm was a desmoid tumor, and it would need to be surgically removed to prevent further complications."

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