steroids
noun
- 1
A 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.
- 2
Any anabolic hormone used to promote muscle growth.
- 3
Any chemical compound used to enhance athletic performance.
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