Meaning of carcinoid in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈkɑrsəˌnɔɪd/

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  1. Noun

    carcinoid

    Etymology

    late 19th century: from an abbreviation of carcinoma+ -oid

    Definitions

    1. a small tumor (benign or malignant) arising from the mucosa of the gastrointestinal tract

    Examples

    • « usually associated with excessive secretion of serotonin »

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