steryd

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Polish

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Etymology

Borrowed from English steroid. Doublet of steroid.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈstɛ.rɘt/
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  • Rhymes: -ɛrɘt
  • Syllabification: ste‧ryd

Noun

steryd m inan (related adjective sterydowy)

  1. (biochemistry) steroid (class of organic compounds)
    Synonym: steroid
  2. (bodybuilding) steroid (any anabolic hormone used to promote muscle growth or athletic performance)
    Synonym: steroid

Declension

Derived terms

noun

Further reading

  • steryd in Wielki słownik języka polskiego, Instytut Języka Polskiego PAN
  • steryd in Polish dictionaries at PWN