anticancer (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌæn.tiˈkæn.sər/
Definition
Designed or used to prevent, treat, or relieve cancer.
Examples
Researchers are developing new anticancer drugs.
The study focused on the anticancer properties of certain herbs.
This therapy has shown promising anticancer effects in early trials.
How to Use anticancer
- anticancer drug (collocation)
- A medication specifically designed to combat cancer. — "This anticancer drug is still in the experimental phase."
- anticancer therapy (collocation)
- A course of treatment aimed at fighting cancer. — "She is responding well to the new anticancer therapy."
- anticancer agent (collocation)
- A substance or compound that has the effect of fighting cancer. — "The research identified a novel anticancer agent from a marine sponge."
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