devirilize

/ˌdɛvəˈrɪlɪˌzaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove or reduce the male sex hormone from something, typically a substance or a living organism.

“The scientist was tasked with devirilizing the hormones to create a more effective treatment for women with certain health issues.”

2. noun

the process or action of removing or reducing the male sex hormone from something.

“The development of a deviriliziation process for the hormone was a major breakthrough in the field of medicine.”

Synonyms

  • deandrogenize
  • degonadize

Antonyms

  • androgenize
  • virilize