steroid
US /ˈster.ɔɪd/
UK /ˈste.rɔɪd/
名詞
1.
類固醇
any of a large class of organic compounds with a characteristic molecular structure containing four rings of carbon atoms (three six-membered and one five-membered). They include many hormones, alkaloids, and vitamins.
範例:
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Cortisol is a natural steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands.
皮質醇是腎上腺產生的一種天然類固醇激素。
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Many medications are derived from steroids.
許多藥物都來源於類固醇。
2.
合成代謝類固醇, 類固醇
anabolic steroids, used to increase muscle mass and strength, often illegally.
範例:
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The athlete was banned for using performance-enhancing steroids.
該運動員因使用提高成績的類固醇而被禁賽。
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Taking steroids without medical supervision can have serious side effects.
未經醫生指導服用類固醇可能會產生嚴重的副作用。