ステロイド
Meanings
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steroid
Biochemistry term for a class of organic compounds; also commonly used in everyday language for anabolic steroids or corticosteroid medications.
Steroids are used to reduce inflammation.
He used steroids to build muscle.
Usage patterns
- ステロイドを使うto use steroids (as medication or for bodybuilding)
He was using steroids to build muscle.
- ステロイドを塗るto apply steroid cream/ointment
Since my rash was bad, the doctor told me to apply steroid cream.
- ステロイドの副作用side effects of steroids
I consulted my doctor about the side effects of steroids.