Steroid

/stˈɛɹɔ‍ɪd/

/stɝˈɔɪd/

Steroid

any of several fat-soluble organic compounds having as a basis 17 carbon atoms in four rings; many have important physiological effects

any hormone affecting the development and growth of sex organs

Examples

1. Steroids get their name from the fatty molecule cholesterol.

2. So steroids can create their effects faster than those other molecules.

3. Steroids give a person a very high level of testosterone.

4. Steroids gave athletes an advantage.