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preinvasive

American  
[pree-in-vey-siv] / ˌpri ɪnˈveɪ sɪv /

adjective

Pathology.

  1. of or relating to a stage preceding invasion of the tissues; in situ.

Etymology

Origin of preinvasive

pre- + invasive

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