Meaning of the word carcinogenic in English

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carcinogenic

US /ˌkɑːr.sən.oʊˈdʒen.ɪk/
UK /ˌkɑːr.sən.oʊˈdʒen.ɪk/
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Adjective

1.

having the potential to cause cancer

Example:
Asbestos is a known carcinogenic substance.
Smoking is highly carcinogenic.
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