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(ne-o-plasm) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a new and abnormal growth of tissue in the body.

Example Sentence

The doctor diagnosed the patient with a benign neoplasm.

More Example Sentences

A neoplasm can be benign or malignant.

Synonyms

tumor; growth; lesion

Antonyms

healthy tissue; normal cells

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Rhymes

  • neoplasm
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