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anabolic steroid
anabolic steroid
noun
a synthetic derivative of testosterone, sometimes used by athletes to help increase weight and strength.
Origin:
1960–65
1960–65
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Anabolic steroid
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World English Dictionary
| anabolic steroid | |
| —n | |
| any of a group of synthetic steroid hormones (androgens) used to stimulate muscle and bone growth for therapeutic or athletic purposes | |
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Medical Dictionary
anabolic steroid n.
A group of synthetic hormones that promote the storage of protein and the growth of tissue.
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Science Dictionary
anabolic steroid  (ān'ə-bŏl'ĭk) Pronunciation Key
A group of synthetic hormones that promote the storage of protein and the growth of tissue, sometimes used by athletes to increase muscle size and strength. |
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