anabolic steroid
noun
a synthetic derivative of testosterone, sometimes used by athletes to help increase weight and strength.
Origin of anabolic steroid
First recorded in 1960–65
Words nearby anabolic steroid
anabatic,
anabiosis,
anabiotic,
anableps,
anabolic,
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anabolism,
anabolite,
anabranch,
anacanthous
British Dictionary definitions for anabolic steroids
anabolic steroid
noun
any of a group of synthetic steroid hormones (androgens) used to stimulate muscle and bone growth for therapeutic or athletic purposes
Medical definitions for anabolic steroids
anabolic steroid
n.
A group of synthetic hormones that promote the storage of protein and the growth of tissue.
Scientific definitions for anabolic steroids
anabolic steroid
[ ăn′ə-bŏl′ĭk ]
A group of synthetic hormones that promote the storage of protein and the growth of tissue, sometimes used by athletes to increase muscle size and strength.