neoplasm
/ˈniːoʊˌplæzəm/
noun
- An abnormal growth of tissue, such as a tumor, that can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
- Early detection of a neoplasm greatly increases the chances of successful treatment.
- The doctor found a small neoplasm in the patient's lung during the routine scan.
- Most skin neoplasms are benign and do not require treatment.