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Definition of Precancerous

Precancerous: Pertaining to something that is not yet overtly cancerous, but appears to be on its way to becoming a cancer. Synonymous with premalignant.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
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Last Editorial Review: 9/1/2002

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