English word oncotarget comes from English target, English onco- (Pertaining to tumors.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| target | English (eng) | (transitive) To aim something, especially a weapon, at (a target).. (transitive, computing) To produce code suitable for.. (transitive, figuratively) To aim for as an audience or demographic. (Scotland, obsolete) A shred; a tatter.. (Scotland, obsolete) A tassel or pendant.. (UK, dated) A thin cut; a slice; specifically, of lamb, a piece consisting of the neck and breast joints.. (cricket) [...] |
| onco- | English (eng) | Pertaining to tumors. |
| oncotarget | English (eng) | (medicine) The target of a cancer therapy. |