estrogen
US /ˈes.trə.dʒən/
UK /ˈiː.strə.dʒən/
名詞
雌激素
any of a group of steroid hormones which promote the development and maintenance of female characteristics of the body. Such hormones are also produced artificially for use in oral contraceptives or to treat menopausal and menstrual disorders.
範例:
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Estrogen levels fluctuate during the menstrual cycle.
雌激素水平在月經週期中波動。
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Hormone replacement therapy often involves administering estrogen.
激素替代療法通常涉及服用雌激素。
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