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skin cancer

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun skin cancer has 1 sense
  1. skin cancer - a malignant neoplasm of the skin
    --1 is a kind of
    carcinoma
    --1 has particulars:
     cancroid, squamous cell carcinoma; epithelioma; melanoma, malignant melanoma

Definitions from the Web

Skin Cancer

Skin cancer refers to the abnormal growth of skin cells, typically caused by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or tanning beds. It is the most common form of cancer worldwide and can affect people of all ages, races, and skin types.


Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - A type of cancer that originates in the skin cells, usually forming as a result of the development of malignant tumors. It is characterized by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal skin cells.
Example sentence: Early detection is crucial for successful treatment of skin cancer.

Sense 2:

Noun - The medical condition or disease of having malignant growths in the skin. It encompasses various types of cancer, such as basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma.
Example sentence: Regular application of sunscreen can help reduce the risk of developing skin cancer.

Sense 3:

Adjective - Referring to something related to or associated with skin cancer.
Example sentence: She conducted extensive research on the prevention and treatment of skin cancer.


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