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/ɒŋ.kɒˈlɒdʒɪk/ · on.co.log.ic
adjective
- relating to the study of tumors and cancer The oncologic department at the hospital specializes in treating various types of cancer.
noun
- the branch of medicine that deals with tumors and cancer Oncologic research has led to significant advances in cancer treatment and prevention.
Did you know? The term 'oncologic' was first used by the German physician Rudolf Virchow in the 19th century to describe the study of tumors and cancer.