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Definition of norsteroid

norsteroid

/ˌnɔːrˈstɛr.ɔɪd/
nor · ste · roid

Plural:norsteroids
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Adjective:norsteroidal
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norsteroid Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A structural derivative of a steroid in which one or more carbon atoms, typically a methyl group, have been removed from the parent molecular framework.

Example

"Pharmacologists often synthesize a norsteroid to enhance the anabolic properties of the parent hormone while minimizing unwanted side effects."

• Rhymes for norsteroid

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the chemical prefix 'nor-', indicating a compound with one fewer carbon atom (or methyl group) than the parent structure, and the noun 'steroid'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Norsteroid. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/norsteroid
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