on·co·gen·ic
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Definition of oncogenic
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: relating to tumor formation
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: tending to cause tumors
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oncogenicity
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ˌäŋ-kō-jə-ˈni-sə-tē
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“Oncogenic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oncogenic. Accessed 26 Feb. 2021.
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oncogenic
adjective
on·co·gen·ic
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Medical Definition of oncogenic
1
: relating to tumor formation
2
: tending to cause tumors
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oncogenically
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oncogenicity
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-jə-ˈnis-ət-ē
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