anticancer

American

[an-tee-kan-ser, an-tahy-] / ˌæn tiˈkæn sər, ˌæn taɪ- /

adjective

for or used in the prevention or treatment of cancer.

an anticancer drug.

Etymology

Origin of anticancer

First recorded in 1925–30; anti- + cancer

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"Telmisartan has several distinct anticancer effects that, together with targeted therapy, could make tumors more responsive to distinct types of treatments," Curiel said.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 11, 2026

The authors add, "Escherichia coli Nissle 1917's tumor colonization synergizes with Romidepsin's anticancer activity to form a dual-action cancer therapy."

From Science Daily ● Mar. 21, 2026

They also stimulate nearby immune cells, helping to amplify the body's overall anticancer response.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 11, 2026

This process converts them into anticancer immune cells known as "CAR-macrophages."

From Science Daily ● Jan. 11, 2026

Each time someone discussed anticancer diets or snorting ground-up shark fin or whatever, he’d glance over at me and sigh ever so slightly.

From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green

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