ALL meanings of anabolic steroid
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A a - countable noun anabolic steroid Anabolic steroids are drugs which people, especially athletes, take to make their muscles bigger and to give them more strength. 3
- noun anabolic steroid any of a group of synthetic steroid hormones (androgens) used to stimulate muscle and bone growth for therapeutic or athletic purposes 3
- noun anabolic steroid any of a group of synthetic steroid hormones that promote the growth of tissue, especially muscle tissue: its nontherapeutic use by athletes and bodybuilders is considered dangerous and is banned by various athletic organizations 3
- noun anabolic steroid An anabolic steroid is any one of a group of synthetic steroid hormones (androgens) used to stimulate muscle and bone growth for therapeutic or athletic purposes. 3
- noun anabolic steroid hormone: promotes muscle growth 1
- noun anabolic steroid a synthetic derivative of testosterone, sometimes used by athletes to help increase weight and strength. 1
- noun anabolic steroid (biochemistry, steroids) A class of steroid hormones that promote growth of tissue. 0