squamous cell carcinoma


squamous cell carcinoma

noun

Definition of SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA

: a carcinoma that is made up of or arises from squamous cells and usually occurs in areas of the body exposed to strong sunlight over many years

First Known Use of SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA

1907

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