Cyproterone

//saɪˈpɹoʊ.təˌɹoʊn// noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    A synthetic steroid C₂₂H₂₇ClO₃ that inhibits the action and secretion of testosterone by blocking the activity of androgen receptors. countable, uncountable

Etymology

From cy(clo)- + pro(ges)terone.

Related phrases

cyproterone acetate

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