The noun CARCINOMA has 1 sense: 1. any malignant tumor derived from epithelial tissue; one of the four major types of cancer. Familiarity information: CARCINOMA used as a noun is very rare.
Lei is a garland or wreath. More loosely defined, a lei is any series of objects strung together with the intent to be worn.The most popular concept of a lei in Hawaiian culture is a wreath of flowers presented upon arriving or leaving as a symbol of affection.This concept was popularized through tourism between the Hawaiian Islands and the continental United States in the 19th and 20th centuries.f due to allergies or other reasons a person cannot wear a lei which has just been given (for instance a musician who would tangle the lei in his or her guitar strap), the lei is displayed in a place of honor, such as the musician's music stand or microphone stand.
Lei made with each kind of flower has a specific meaning, even though many are not aware about this. For example, lei made of orchid flowers are usually used to welcome and greet new visitors to Hawaii and they are also used to convey thanks.