Carcinogen Meaning in English

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US

kɑɹˈsɪnədʒən

kar-SIN-uh-jn

UK

kˈɑːsɪnədʒən

KAH-sin-uh-jn

Definition

A carcinogen is a substance that can cause cancer in living organisms.

Usage & Nuances

Used in medical, scientific, and environmental contexts. Refers both to chemicals and physical agents (like radiation) that can lead to cancer. Common in discussions about tobacco, processed foods, or pollution. Pronounced /kɑːrˈsɪnədʒən/.

• Spanish: carcinógeno
• Portuguese (BR): carcinógeno
• Portuguese (PT): carcinogéneo
• Chinese (Simplified): 致癌物
• Chinese (Traditional): 致癌物
• Hindi: कैंसरजन
• Arabic: مادة مسرطنة
• Bengali: কার্সিনোজেন
• Russian: канцероген
• Japanese: 発がん性物質
• Vietnamese: chất gây ung thư
• Korean: 발암 물질
• Turkish: kanserojen
• Urdu: سرطان پیدا کرنے والا مادہ
• Indonesian: karsinogen

Example Sentences

Cigarette smoke contains carcinogens.

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Many factories produce dangerous carcinogens.

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Scientists study how carcinogens affect the body.

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Did you know that grilling meat at high temperatures can create carcinogens?

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Some cleaning products may have hidden carcinogens, so always read the label.

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Regulations are getting stricter to limit public exposure to known carcinogens.

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