Cool MateCancer
UK /["/ˈkænsə(r)/"]/US /["/ˈkænsər/"]/
Definition
a serious disease in which growths of cells, also called cancers, form in the body and kill normal body cells. The disease often causes death.
In simple words: A serious disease where cells in the body grow wrongly and can spread.
Examples
- She is raising awareness about cancer through her charity work.
- The doctor diagnosed him with skin cancer last week.
- Some people believe that certain diets can help prevent cancer.
- In astrology, Cancer is represented by a crab and is associated with emotions.
- As a Cancer, she is known for her sensitivity and intuition.
Usage notes
This term is often used in medical contexts. It's appropriate in formal discussions but can also be used informally when talking about health. Avoid using it lightly or in trivial contexts due to its seriousness.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'can-cer' like a 'can's error,' representing a fault in cells that shouldn't be there.
Collocations
- breast
- cervical
- colon
- have
- suffer from
- contract
- spread
- occur
- recur
- cell
- patient
- sufferer
- a battle against cancer
- a struggle against cancer
- cancer of the cervix
Synonyms
- tumor
- malignancy
- neoplasm
- carcinoma
- ontogenesis
Antonyms
- health
- wellness
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'canser', a common misspelling.
- Using 'cancers' when referring to different types, the correct form is 'types of cancer'.
- Misunderstanding as a singular noun only; it can be part of compound terms like 'breast cancer' or 'lung cancer'.