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Steroid (Noun)

Meaning 1

Any of several fat-soluble organic compounds having as a basis 17 carbon atoms in four rings; many have important physiological effects.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Hyponyms

  • Steroid Alcohol
  • Cardiac Glucoside

Related Words

  • Steroidal (adjective)

Meaning 2

Any hormone affecting the development and growth of sex organs.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Synonyms

  • Steroid Hormone
  • Sex Hormone

Hypernyms

  • Internal Secretion
  • Hormone

Hyponyms

  • Adrenal Cortical Steroid
  • Anabolic Steroid
  • Estrogen
  • Androgen
  • Corticosteroid
  • Progestin

Related Words

  • Steroidal (adjective)
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