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steroid
     1. n. (biochemistry, organic compound) A class of organic compounds having a structure of 17 carbon atoms arranged in four rings; they are lipids, and occur naturally as sterols, bile acids, adrenal and sex
     2. n. (bodybuilding) Any anabolic hormone used to promote muscle growth.
     3. n. (sports) Any chemical compound used to enhance athletic performance.



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