Cribriformity

/ˌkrɪbrɪˈfɔːrmɪti/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being cribriform or sieve-shaped, characterized by having many small holes.

Etymology

From 'cribriform' + '-ity' (quality or state). This abstract noun converts the adjective into a concept describing the degree or nature of sieve-like perforations.

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Scientists use the term 'cribriformity' to measure how sieve-like certain cancer cells become—more cribriformity in tumors can actually tell doctors important information about how aggressive the cancer is!

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