English dictionary

steroid

/'st/E/r//Oi//d/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

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

noun.substance

Source: WordNet 3.0
any hormone affecting the development and growth of sex organs

noun.substance

Synonyms sex hormone steroid hormone

Source: WordNet 3.0