Tumor

/ˈtjuːmər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An abnormal mass of tissue that forms when cells grow and divide more than they should or do not die when they should.

The doctor discovered a tumor in her breast during a routine examination.

A swelling or lesion formed by an abnormal growth of cells and can be benign or malignant.

He was diagnosed with a malignant tumor that required immediate treatment.

A lump or mass that can occur as part of various medical conditions.

The patient was anxious about the tumor found on his lungs during the scan.

A growth which can lead to various complications depending on its type and location.

The tumor was pressing against her spinal cord, causing significant pain.

A neoplasm that may be cancerous or non-cancerous.

Researchers are studying the genetic mutations associated with brain tumors.

Latin 'tumor', meaning 'swelling'.

benign tumor

A non-cancerous growth that does not spread to other parts of the body.

malignant tumor

A cancerous growth that can invade and damage nearby tissues.

neoplasm

An abnormal growth of tissue, which can be benign or malignant.

carcinoma

A type of cancer that begins in the skin or in tissues that line or cover internal organs.

Funky lump

She called the growth on her arm a funky lump.

Bump

Her doctor told her the bump she felt was actually a tumor.