anabolic steroid

noun

1. a synthetic derivative of testosterone, sometimes used by athletes to help increase weight and strength.

anabolic steroid

noun

1. any of a group of synthetic steroid hormones (androgens) used to stimulate muscle and bone growth for therapeutic or athletic purposes

anabolic steroid

1. A group of synthetic hormones that promote the storage of protein and the growth of tissue, sometimes used by athletes to increase muscle size and strength.

Word History and Origins

Origin of anabolic steroid¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

Sinner twice tested positive for low levels of the banned anabolic steroid clostebol - which can be used to build muscle mass - in March 2024.

From BBC

In 2022, a cache of leaked emails revealed that, cue the gasps and shock, an $11,000-per-month anabolic steroid habit is the secret substance pumping up his hulking frame.

From Salon

Italian men's world number one Sinner still faces the threat of a possible suspension after he twice tested positive for an anabolic steroid in March.

From BBC

Boldenone is an anabolic steroid that can increase muscle mass growth.

From BBC

The 28-year-old had played regularly at the four Grand Slams, represented Poland at the 2020 Olympics and reached a career-high ranking when he was told a urine test showed traces of an anabolic steroid.

From BBC