anticancer

CEFRB2

/ˌæˌntaɪˈkænsər/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Used to prevent or treat cancer.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    That is used to treat cancer.

Examples

  • Researchers are developing a new anticancer drug to target tumor cells.

  • Researchers studied the anticancer effects of the compound.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1
Synonyms
2

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In context

  • The new drug had potent anticancer properties.

  • Mitomycin C is an anticancer drug, and may be administered as part of chemotherapy.

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Origin

adjective

From anti- + cancer.