Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: Short for chemotherapy, a treatment used to kill cancer cells in the body.
Pronunciations: US: /ˈkiːmoʊ/; UK: /ˈkiːməʊ/
Origin and Usage: The term "chemo" is a shortened version of the word chemotherapy. Chemotherapy is a treatment used to kill cancer cells in the body. The term "chemo" is commonly used by people who are undergoing chemotherapy treatment or by medical professionals who work with cancer patients.
Synonyms: None
Related Words: Chime, chimp, chump, chyme
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