polycystic ovary syndrome

noun

: a variable disease that is marked by amenorrhea, hirsutism, obesity, infertility, and ovarian enlargement and is usually initiated by an elevated level of luteinizing hormone, androgen, or estrogen which results in an abnormal cycle of gonadotropin release by the pituitary gland

called also polycystic ovarian syndrome

Examples of polycystic ovary syndrome in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Individuals with medical conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) should consult a qualified health care professional before starting any new treatment. —Footwear News, 7 May 2026

Os reveals during that time, her weight would fluctuate from dealing with hormonal issues such as PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) and endometriosis. —Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026

Doctors, for example, are beginning to see benefits of GLP-1 medications in regulating women’s menstrual cycles, addressing some of the symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and improving fertility, Ryder says. —Alice Park, Time, 11 Mar. 2026

This may be beneficial for people with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a condition linked to high androgens (male hormones), acne, excess hair, and irregular periods. —Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 23 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for polycystic ovary syndrome

• acrosome
• aerodrome
• catacomb
• centrosome
• chromosome
• cytochrome
• hippodrome
• honeycomb
• liposome
• meerschaum
• metronome
• microtome

Medical Definition

polycystic ovary syndrome

noun

: a variable disorder that is marked especially by amenorrhea, hirsutism, obesity, infertility, and ovarian enlargement and is usually initiated by an elevated level of luteinizing hormone, androgen, or estrogen which results in an abnormal cycle of gonadotropin release by the pituitary gland

—abbreviation PCOS

called also polycystic ovarian disease, polycystic ovarian syndrome, polycystic ovary disease, Stein-Leventhal syndrome