steroid

noun

ste·roid | \ ˈster-ˌȯid

Definition of steroid

: any of various compounds containing a 17-carbon 4-ring system and including the sterols and numerous hormones (such as anabolic steroids or corticosteroids) and glycosides

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He was accused of taking steroids.

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For more severe reactions, your dermatologist may prescribe a topical corticosteroid cream or an oral steroid medication to reduce the inflammation. — Sarah Jacoby, SELF, "How to Care for Your Angry Skin After an Allergic Reaction on Your Face," 2 Apr. 2019 Some reported needing fewer topical steroid applications to control their symptoms. — Ian Myles, CNN, "A possible new weapon against eczema: live bacteria," 17 May 2018 And all kinds of contests have steroids, amphetamines, blood-doping, and bribes. — Dennis Wagner, azcentral, "Phoenix man's questionable marathon times draw him into debate on amateur cheating," 11 May 2018 Chang suggests treatment options that include silicone gel, steroid injections, and lasers. — Audrey Noble, Harper's BAZAAR, "How To Get Rid of Acne Scars—Forever," 21 Jan. 2019 The SaksFirst Limitless program is like Diamond status on steroids. — Diana Nguyen, Harper's BAZAAR, "The Woman Behind New York’s Most Glamorous Closets," 22 Mar. 2019 Many metastatic cancers are treated with steroids, which doctors thought would interfere with the effectiveness of the immune therapies. TIME Health Newsletter Get the latest health and science news, plus: burning questions and expert tips. — Alice Park, Time, "There's More Good News About Immune Therapies for Cancer," 12 July 2018 Asandra said the therapy has come a long way from the controversial practice of injecting steroids. — Alexandria Hein, Fox News, "Antonio Sabato Jr. says testosterone pellets improve sex life, reduce stress," 10 May 2018 After a visit to the doctor, he was prescribed a round of antibiotics and steroids, but his symptoms continued. — Korin Miller, SELF, "This Country Singer’s Sore Throat Turned Out to Be a Sign of Cancer," 24 Jan. 2019

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The first known use of steroid was in 1926

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steroid

noun

English Language Learners Definition of steroid

: a natural substance that is produced in the body

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steroid

noun

ste·roid | \ ˈstir-ˌȯid

, ˈster-\

Kids Definition of steroid

: any of various chemical compounds that include many hormones (as anabolic steroids)

steroid

noun

ste·roid | \ ˈsti(ə)r-ˌȯid also ˈste(ə)r-\

Medical Definition of steroid

: any of numerous natural or synthetic compounds containing a 17-carbon 4-ring system and including the sterols and various hormones and glycosides — see anabolic steroid