Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
carcinoma
Noun
/ˌkɑːr.sɪˈnoʊ.mə/
Definition
Carcinoma is a type of cancer that begins in the epithelial cells, which line the surfaces and cavities of the body.
Examples
- Basal cell carcinoma is the most common form of skin cancer.
- Doctors diagnosed her with lung carcinoma after she experienced persistent coughing.
- Regular screenings can help in early detection of breast carcinoma.
Meaning
It refers specifically to malignant tumors that can occur in various organs, such as the skin, lungs, breast, and digestive tract.
Synonyms
- cancer
- malignant tumor
- epithelial cancer
