cancer zodiac
/ˈkænsər/ · can·cer
noun
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A sign of the zodiac, symbolized by the crab, associated with the period from June 21 to July 22. She was born under the sign of Cancer, a water sign known for its emotional depth.
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A type of malignant tumor that can be either benign or malignant, often characterized by uncontrolled cell growth. The doctor explained that the patient had a type of cancer that required immediate treatment.
Etymology
From Old French 'cancer', from Latin 'cancer', from Greek 'καρκίνος' (karkinos), meaning crab.
Did you know? The Cancer zodiac sign is associated with the constellation of the same name, which is one of the 12 constellations of the zodiac.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor
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Added Jul 14, 2026