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UK//lʌŋ ˈkænsə//US//lʌŋ ˈkænsər//

Meaning of Lung cancer

A type of cancer that begins in the lungs.

In simple words: A disease where cells in the lungs grow abnormally.

Lung cancer in a sentence

  • Many smokers are at higher risk for lung cancer.
  • Lung cancer can often be detected through a chest scan.
  • She was diagnosed with lung cancer last year.
  • Lung cancer symptoms may include persistent cough and weight loss.
  • Early detection is crucial in treating lung cancer effectively.

How to use Lung cancer

Use in medical contexts. Be sensitive when discussing with patients or survivors. Avoid casual language.

Grammar pattern

noun phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'lung' as where you breathe and 'cancer' as a serious illness.

Related words

Collocations with Lung cancer

  • lung cancer screening
  • lung cancer treatment
  • lung cancer survival rates

Synonyms for Lung cancer

  • pulmonary malignancy
  • lung carcinoma
  • bronchogenic carcinoma

Common mistakes with Lung cancer

  • Confused with lung disease in general.
  • Overly technical language can alienate patients.
  • Assuming all lung cancer is caused by smoking.

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Frequently asked questions about Lung cancer

What does Lung cancer mean?

A disease where cells in the lungs grow abnormally.

What is the definition of Lung cancer?

A type of cancer that begins in the lungs.

How do you use Lung cancer in a sentence?

Many smokers are at higher risk for lung cancer.

Can you give another example of Lung cancer?

Lung cancer can often be detected through a chest scan.

What are synonyms for Lung cancer?

Common alternatives include pulmonary malignancy, lung carcinoma, bronchogenic carcinoma.

What words go with Lung cancer?

It commonly pairs with lung cancer screening, lung cancer treatment, lung cancer survival rates.

What are common mistakes when using Lung cancer?

Confused with lung disease in general. Overly technical language can alienate patients. Assuming all lung cancer is caused by smoking.

How do you pronounce Lung cancer?

US: //lʌŋ ˈkænsər//, UK: //lʌŋ ˈkænsə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Lung cancer?

Use in medical contexts. Be sensitive when discussing with patients or survivors. Avoid casual language.