dysplasia
noun/dɪsˈpleɪʒə/
Frequency rank: #17,560 most common English word
Meaning
Abnormal development or growth of cells, tissues, or organs.
Example sentence
The doctor explained that cervical dysplasia can sometimes progress to cancer if left untreated.
Synonyms & related words
- abnormality
- malformation
- irregularity
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