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Topic: Science

tumorigenic

IPA: /ˌtjuːməˈrɪdʒənɪk/

KK: /tjuːˌmɔːrɪˈdʒɛnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Able to cause the formation of tumors in the body.

Example: Certain chemicals are known to be tumorigenic and can increase the risk of cancer.

tumorigenicity

IPA: /ˌtjuːməraɪˈdʒɛnɪsɪti/

KK: /tjuːˌmɔːrɪˈdʒɛnɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or ability of a substance to cause the formation of tumors in living tissue.

Example: Researchers are studying the tumorigenicity of certain chemicals to understand their potential health risks.

tumorlike

IPA: /ˈtjuːmərlaɪk/

KK: /ˈtjuːmərlaɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape or appearance similar to a tumor.

Example: The doctor noted that the growth was tumorlike in its structure.

tumorous

IPA: /ˈtjuːmərəs/

KK: /ˈtjuːmərəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or having tumors, which are abnormal growths of tissue in the body.

Example: The doctor explained that the tumorous growth needed to be removed immediately.

tumour

IPA: /ˈtjuːmə/

KK: /ˈtjuːmə/

noun

Definition: A lump or mass of tissue that forms when cells grow and divide more than they should, which can be benign (not cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).

Example: The doctor found a tumour during the examination.

tumular

IPA: /ˈtjuːmjʊlər/

KK: /ˈtjuːmjʊlər/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is shaped like a burial mound or tumulus.

Example: The ancient site was marked by tumular structures that held historical significance.

tumulose

IPA: /ˈtjuː.mə.loʊs/

KK: /tjuˈmuloʊs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a landscape that has many small hills or mounds.

Example: The tumulose terrain made the hike more challenging but also more beautiful.

tumulous

IPA: /ˈtjuːmələs/

KK: /ˈtjuːmələs/

adjective

Definition: Having many small hills or mounds; characterized by a hilly landscape.

Example: The tumulous landscape made the hike both challenging and beautiful.

tunability

IPA: /ˈtjuːnəˌbɪlɪti/

KK: /ˈtjuːnəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability of something to be adjusted or modified to suit different needs or conditions.

Example: The tunability of the software allows users to customize their experience.

tunable

IPA: /ˈtjuːnəbl/

KK: /ˈtjunəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be adjusted or modified to achieve a desired sound or performance.

Example: The tunable guitar allows musicians to easily change the pitch of the strings.

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