Meaning of the word carcinogen in English

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carcinogen

US /kɑːrˈsɪn.ə.dʒən/
UK /kɑːˈsɪn.ə.dʒən/
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Noun

a substance or agent that causes cancer

Example:
Asbestos is a known carcinogen.
Smoking introduces many carcinogens into the body.
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