nonsteroid
/ˌnɒnˈstɪərɔɪd/Definitions
1. adjective
Not containing or derived from steroids.
“The nonsteroid anti-inflammatory drug was prescribed for her arthritis.”
2. noun
A compound that is not a steroid.
“The research team was studying various nonsteroid compounds with potential therapeutic applications.”
3. adjective
Not producing or affected by steroids.
“The nonsteroid hormone played a crucial role in regulating the body’s metabolic processes.”