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WORDNET DICTIONARY
Noun has 2 senses
- steroid(n = noun.substance) - any of several fat-soluble organic compounds having as a basis 17 carbon atoms in four rings; many have important physiological effects;
- steroid(n = noun.substance) sex hormone, steroid hormone - any hormone affecting the development and growth of sex organs;
Derived form adjective steroidal1
Derived form adjective steroidal1
OXFORD DICTIONARY
, n. Biochem. any of a group of organic compounds with a characteristic structure of four rings of carbon atoms, including many hormones, alkaloids, and vitamins.
Derivative
steroidal adj.
Etymology
STEROL + -OID