Cancer
Definition
A malignant disease characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells, forming tumors that can invade nearby tissues and metastasize to other parts of the body.
The fourth sign of the zodiac, which the sun enters at the northern summer solstice (about June 21), symbolized by the crab and associated with those born between June 21 and July 22.
(Astronomy) A constellation in the northern sky, named after the crab in Greek mythology that pinched Heracles during his battle with the Hydra.
Examples
My Cancer horoscope predicted emotional waves today, but I just spilled coffee on my zodiac mug.
The doctor ruled out cancer and blamed it on my diet of regret and midnight tacos.
As a Cancer, I retreat into my shell whenever small talk turns into actual conversation.
Cancer research funding is up, proving even stars align against sneaky cells.