🎗️cancer

noun
/ˈkænsər/

Meaning

A disease in which abnormal cells divide uncontrollably and destroy body tissue.

Example Sentences

Smoking is a leading cause of lung cancer.

Example Expressions

fight cancer

Synonyms

malignancy, tumor, neoplasm, carcinoma, illness

Antonyms

health, wellness

Collocations

cancer treatment, cancer patient, lung cancer, breast cancer

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