First Known Use: 1871
Dictionary
neoplasia
noun neo·pla·sia \ˌnē-ə-ˈplā-zh(ē-)ə\
Definition of NEOPLASIA
1
: the formation of tumors
2
: a tumorous condition
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Origin of NEOPLASIA
New Latin
Rhymes with NEOPLASIA
Medical Dictionary
neoplasia
noun neo·pla·sia \ˌnē-ə-ˈplā-zh(ē-)ə\
Medical Definition of NEOPLASIA
1
: the process of tumor formation
2
: a tumorous condition of the body
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