English Explanatory Dictionary

estrone

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A natural estrogenic hormone that is a ketone C₁₈H₂₂O₂ found in the body chiefly as a metabolite of and less potent than estradiol, that is also secreted especially by the ovaries, and that is used to treat various conditions (such as ovarian failure and menopausal symptoms) relating to estrogen deficiency.

Pronunciation

/ˈɛˌstɹoʊn/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Naomi Persephone Amethyst (NaomiAmethyst)-estrone.wav

Word forms

estrone estrones oestrone E1

Etymology

From estr- + -one.

Synonyms

theelin
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