oncology
noun
the branch of medical science dealing with tumors, including the origin, development, diagnosis, and treatment of malignant neoplasms.
oncologic
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a word derived from
oncology.
Example Sentences
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"The implications are extraordinary -- this could revolutionize the entire field of oncologic care," said co-senior author Elias Sayour, M.D.,
From Science Daily ● Oct. 28, 2025
"The implications are extraordinary -- this could revolutionize the entire field of oncologic care," said senior researcher Elias Sayour, M.D.,
From Science Daily ● Oct. 19, 2025
Meanwhile, your typical 90-year-old would likely be far better off maximizing the quality of the time they have left by forgoing the often miserable oncologic regimens that would prolong their suffering.
From Slate ● Aug. 24, 2018
