Definitions

1. noun

any of a large class of organic chemical compounds having a specific configuration of four carbon atoms and usually containing one or more rings of carbon atoms.

“The doctor warned the athlete about the risks associated with taking anabolic steroids.”

2. noun

a naturally occurring organic compound found in plants and animals, such as cholesterol.

“Steroids are essential for maintaining healthy skin and hair.”

3. noun

a type of astronomical object, such as a star or a planet, that is not a main-sequence star.

“The asteroid belt is a region of the solar system containing many small, rocky asteroids.”

4. verb

to make (something) stronger or more powerful, typically by adding a steroid.

“The coach tried to steroid the team’s performance by introducing new strategies.”