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Carcinogen

Definition: A carcinogen is any substance or agent that has the potential to cause cancer in living tissues or cells.

Examples of usage:

1. She was exposed to a known carcinogen for several years, which later led to the development of lung cancer.
2. Many chemicals found in tobacco smoke are classified as carcinogens.
3. It is important to minimize one's exposure to carcinogens, such as by avoiding excessive UV radiation.

Synonyms: cancer-causing agent, cancerogen, oncogen

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