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cancer

рак

Meaning of cancer

a serious disease caused by uncontrolled growth of cells

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cancer with Russian translation

cancer usage examples

🇷🇺RU🇬🇧EN

Анализ не показал признаков рака.

The test showed no sign of cancer.

🇷🇺RU🇬🇧EN

Она проходит лечение от рака.

She is receiving treatment for cancer.

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cancer meaning: what does it mean?

a serious disease caused by uncontrolled growth of cells

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cancer is pronounced as /ˈkænsə/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

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The test showed no sign of cancer. Translation: Анализ не показал признаков рака.

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