tumour
2 synonyms for tumour, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — (British spelling) An abnormal mass of tissue that grows in the body, which may be benign or cancerous.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Latin tumor ("a swelling"), from tumēre ("to swell") — a distant relative of the English word "thumb."
Full origin of tumour →Frequently asked questions
What does “tumour” mean?
The word “tumour” means (British spelling) An abnormal mass of tissue that grows in the body, which may be benign or cancerous. In plain terms, the British spelling of "tumor" — an abnormal lump or growth of tissue in the body.
How do you use “tumour” in a sentence?
Here is “tumour” used in a sentence: “Surgeons successfully removed the tumour before it could spread.”
What part of speech is “tumour”?
“Tumour” is a noun.
Where does the word “tumour” come from?
The word “tumour” comes from Latin. From Latin tumor ("a swelling"), from tumēre ("to swell") — a distant relative of the English word "thumb.".
Is “tumour” a common word?
“Tumour” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
