Meaning of the word tumor in English

What does tumor mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tumor

US /ˈtuː.mɚ/

UK /ˈtʃuː.mər/

a swelling of a part of the body, generally without inflammation, caused by an abnormal growth of tissue, whether benign or malignant.

Example:

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The doctor found a small tumor in her lung.

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Biopsy results confirmed it was a benign tumor.

Synonym:

growth lump mass neoplasm swelling