Meaning of carcinogen in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈkɑrsənəˌdʒɛn/

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1. Noun

   carcinogen

   Etymology

   mid 19th century: from an abbreviation of carcinoma+ -gen

   Definitions

   1. any substance that produces cancer

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