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androsterone

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun androsterone has 1 sense
  1. androsterone - an androgenic hormone that is less active than testosterone
    --1 is a kind of
    androgen, androgenic hormone; ketosteroid

Definitions from the Web

Androsterone

Definition: Androsterone is a steroid hormone found in both males and females, primarily produced in the testes and adrenal glands. It is a metabolite of testosterone and exhibits pheromone-like properties.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Meanings:

  1. A natural steroid hormone found in humans and animals.
  2. A pheromone with an androgenic effect.

Usage Examples:

Sense 1:

Noun: As a natural steroid hormone

  • She researched the effects of androsterone on muscle development.
  • His endocrine system was producing excess androsterone.
  • The presence of androsterone in her body contributed to her increased energy levels.

Sense 2:

Noun: As a pheromone

  • Androsterone is known to play a role in attracting potential mates.
  • Some studies suggest that androsterone may influence human behavior in certain social situations.
  • The effectiveness of androsterone as a pheromone varies among individuals.

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