Meaning 1neutral · 82%
A serious disease in which changed cells grow uncontrollably and may spread.
Natural examples
Die Ärztin erklärte den Befund zum Hautkrebs.
The doctor explained the skin cancer result.
Früherkennung kann manche Formen von Krebs besser behandelbar machen.
Early detection can make some cancers easier to treat.
Die Familie spricht offen über seine Krebserkrankung.
The family speaks openly about his cancer.
Usage note
Masculine noun; in this medical sense it is usually uncountable. Compounds such as skin cancer specify the affected area.
Mini-lesson: Krebs
A serious disease in which changed cells grow uncontrollably and may spread. Masculine noun; in this medical sense it is usually uncountable. Compounds such as skin cancer specify the affected area.
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