What does virilization mean?
The process of making something or someone more masculine, or the state of being masculine. In medicine, a condition in which an excess of androgens causes the development of male characteristics in a female.
Example
"The doctor warned that the virilization of the patient could lead to serious health complications if left untreated."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.