Cool MateMeaning of Tumor
An abnormal growth of cells that can be benign or malignant.
In simple words: A mass of abnormal cells in the body.
Tumor in a sentence
- The doctor explained that the tumor was not cancerous.
- He was diagnosed with a brain tumor last year.
- Early detection of a tumor can significantly improve treatment outcomes.
- She felt a lump and decided to get it checked for tumors.
How to use Tumor
Used in medical contexts. Avoid in casual conversations unless necessary. Can sound alarming; consider the audience.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'tomb'—a tumor is like a grave for unhealthy cells.
Related words
Collocations with Tumor
- malignant tumor
- benign tumor
- brain tumor
- tumor removal
Synonyms for Tumor
- neoplasm
- growth
- cancerous mass
- tumefaction
Opposites of Tumor
Common mistakes with Tumor
- Confused with 'tumour' (British English spelling).
- Incorrectly using 'tumor' to describe benign conditions.
- Mispronouncing as 'tu-mor' instead of 'too-mor'.
Tumor appears in
Tumor in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ورم
كتلة من الخلايا غير الطبيعية في الجسم.
- Bengaliবাংলা
টিউমার
শরীরের অস্বাভাবিক কোষের একটি পিণ্ড।
- GermanDeutsch
Tumor
Ein Klumpen abnormaler Zellen im Körper.
- SpanishEspañol
Tumor
Una masa de células anormales en el cuerpo.
- Persianفارسی
تومور
یک توده سلول غیرطبیعی در بدن.
- FrenchFrançais
Tumeur
Une masse de cellules anormales dans le corps.
- Hindiहिन्दी
ट्यूमर
शरीर में असामान्य कोशिकाओं का एक समूह।
- ItalianItaliano
Tumore
Una massa di cellule anomale nel corpo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Tumor
Uma massa de células anormais no corpo.
- RussianРусский
Опухоль
Масса аномальных клеток в теле.
- Urduاردو
ورم
جسم میں غیر معمولی خلیوں کا ایک گچھا۔
- Chinese中文
肿瘤
身体里一团不正常的细胞。
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Frequently asked questions about Tumor
What does Tumor mean?
A mass of abnormal cells in the body.
What is the definition of Tumor?
An abnormal growth of cells that can be benign or malignant.
How do you use Tumor in a sentence?
The doctor explained that the tumor was not cancerous.
Can you give another example of Tumor?
He was diagnosed with a brain tumor last year.
What are synonyms for Tumor?
Common alternatives include neoplasm, growth, cancerous mass, tumefaction.
What is the opposite of Tumor?
Opposite meanings include none.
What words go with Tumor?
It commonly pairs with malignant tumor, benign tumor, brain tumor, tumor removal.
What are common mistakes when using Tumor?
Confused with 'tumour' (British English spelling). Incorrectly using 'tumor' to describe benign conditions. Mispronouncing as 'tu-mor' instead of 'too-mor'.
How do you pronounce Tumor?
US: //ˈtuː.mər//, UK: //ˈtjuː.mər//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Tumor?
Used in medical contexts. Avoid in casual conversations unless necessary. Can sound alarming; consider the audience.
What CEFR level is Tumor?
"Tumor" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.