noun🔗ShareA class of organic compounds having a structure of 17 carbon atoms arranged in four rings; they are lipids, and occur naturally as sterols, bile acids, adrenal and sex hormones, and some vitamins; many drugs are synthetic steroids."Doctors sometimes prescribe steroids to reduce inflammation and help patients breathe more easily. "medicinebiochemistrychemistrybiologyphysiologycompoundsubstancebodyscienceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAny anabolic hormone used to promote muscle growth."The athlete was suspended from the team after testing positive for steroids. "medicinephysiologybodybiochemistrysubstancescienceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAny chemical compound used to enhance athletic performance."Some athletes use steroids to get stronger and faster. "medicinephysiologybodysubstancesportbiochemistryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
