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estrogens

/ˈɛstrədʒənz/ noun · British & US
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What does estrogens mean?

noun

A group of sex hormones that are produced by the ovaries and are involved in the development and maintenance of female characteristics.

Example

"The doctor prescribed a medication that contained estrogens to help regulate the patient's menstrual cycle."

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