English Explanatory Dictionary

cyproterone

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A synthetic steroid C₂₂H₂₇ClO₃ that inhibits the action and secretion of testosterone by blocking the activity of androgen receptors.

Pronunciation

/saɪˈpɹoʊ.təˌɹoʊn/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Naomi Persephone Amethyst (NaomiAmethyst)-cyproterone.wav

Word forms

cyproterone cyproterones

Etymology

From cy(clo)- + pro(ges)terone.

Derived words

cypro cyproterone acetate -terone
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