Pap smear and Smear

Pap smear noun - A sample of secretions and superficial cells of the uterine cervix and uterus; examined with a microscope to detect any abnormal cells.

Smear and pap smear are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Smear" instead a noun phrase "Pap smear".

Smear noun - A blemish made by dirt.

Pap smear and smear are semantically related. You can use "Pap smear" instead a noun "Smear".

Nearby Words: smeared, smearing, smeary