noun
- abnormal growths of tissue in the body; tumors
Usage: medical term; plural of neoplasm
Examples
- The doctor ordered additional tests to determine if the neoplasms were benign or malignant.
- Pathologists study neoplasms to understand how cancer develops.
- Early detection of neoplasms can improve treatment outcomes.
- The patient had multiple neoplasms removed during surgery.
- Researchers are investigating new therapies for treating neoplasms.
- Some neoplasms grow slowly while others spread rapidly.