metastasis
Translation
metastasis
Examples
The cancer showed signs of metastasis.
The cancer showed signs of metastasis.
Doctors are trying to prevent metastasis to other organs.
Doctors are trying to prevent metastasis to other organs.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) The spread of cancer cells. Metastasis is a major concern for cancer patients.
Similar Words
Synonyms: spread, dissemination, propagation
Etymology
From Greek 'meta-' (beyond) + 'stasis' (standing, placement). It means 'a placement beyond'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'meta' (beyond) and 'stasis' (staying). The cancer is moving 'beyond' its original 'staying' place.