carcinogenic
🇬🇧 UK/,kɑːs(ɪ)nə'dʒenɪk/🇺🇸 US/kɑ:sinә'dʒәnik/
C2
Definitions
adj.
Capable of causing or promoting the development of cancer
致癌的
n.
A substance or agent that can cause cancer
致癌物
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derived+
oconnector
+
icrelating to, having the nature of
=carcinogenic
Common Collocations
- 1.carcinogenic substance致癌物质
- 2.carcinogenic effect致癌作用
Example Sentences
- 1.
Smoking has well-documented carcinogenic effects on health.