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Anabolic Hormone

/ˌæn.əˈbɒl.ɪk ˈhɔːr.moʊn/
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  1. 1

    A type of hormone that promotes anabolism, the process of building up organs and tissues.

    "Testosterone is a well-known anabolic hormone that helps increase muscle mass."
  2. 2

    Hormones that stimulate growth and increase muscle mass and strength.

    "Anabolic hormones are often used in medical treatments to help patients recover from severe weight loss."

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The term 'anabolic' derives from the Greek word 'anabole', meaning 'a throwing up' or 'building up', which relates to the process of building complex molecules from simpler ones. 'Hormone' comes from the Greek 'hormōn', meaning 'to set in motion', referring to the regulatory substances produced in the body.

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