Sarcoma
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /sɑɹˈkoʊmə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Sarcoma is a noun meaning (oncology) A type of malignant tumor of the bone, cartilage, fat, muscle, blood vessels, or other connective or supportive tissue.
Meaning
(oncology) A type of malignant tumor of the bone, cartilage, fat, muscle, blood vessels, or other connective or supportive tissue.
Example Sentences
Only about 1 per cent of cancers are found in connective tissue; these are known as sarcomas.
Word Forms
- sarcomas
- sarcomata
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include osteogenic, myxo, caruncle, cancer, malignancy, neoplasm.
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