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Synonyms for neoplasm


Grammar : Noun
Spell : nee-uh-plaz-uh m
Phonetic Transcription : ˈni əˌplæz əm



Définition of neoplasm

Origin :
  • 1864, coined in German by Karl Friedrich Burdach (1776-1847) from neo- + Greek plasma "formation" (see -plasm). Related: Neoplastic.
  • As in tumor : noun abnormal growth in animate being
Example sentences :
  • A tumour or neoplasm is a localised swelling composed of newly formed tissue which fulfils no physiological function.
  • Extract from : « Manual of Surgery » by Alexis Thomson and Alexander Miles
  • The cells of the neoplasm may undergo fatty degeneration, or they may become cornified.
  • Extract from : « A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I » by Various

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