chloromethylandrostenediol en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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Etymology
From chloro- + methyl- + androstenediol.
Meanings
- (uncountable) A synthetic, steroid-like compound that was sold as a bodybuilding “prohormone” meant to increase muscle growth and strength, but it is now largely banned and known for potentially serious side effects like liver damage and hormone disruption.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMA | Abbr=Yes | lexicographic |
Relateds
chlorodehydromethylandrostenediol · chlorodehydromethyltestosterone