n. A form of slow-growing tumour originating in the neuroendocrine system.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. A small tumor (benign or malignant) arising from the mucosa of the gastrointestinal tract; it is usually associated with excessive secretion of serotonin.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
Crablike; specifically, pertaining to the Carcinoida.
Cancroid; carcinomorphic.
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n. a small tumor (benign or malignant) arising from the mucosa of the gastrointestinal tract; usually associated with excessive secretion of serotonin
Word Usage
"Their findings strongly indicate the risk for a type of tumor called a carcinoid in the small intestine was associated with consuming saturated fats."