leukemia
Pronunciation: [luˈkiːmiə]
Word
Context: “health”
(noun) a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow. It causes the body to make too many white blood cells, which can make you very sick.
Example
My friend is in treatment for leukemia, and she is feeling hopeful about getting better.
Example
The tests showed that he does not have leukemia, which is a relief for everyone.
Example
What can you tell me about how leukemia affects the body?
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