cortisone
noun /'kɔrtɪ,soʊn/
- Definition
- a corticosteroid hormone (trade name Cortone Acetate) normally produced by the adrenal cortex; is converted to hydrocortisone
- Example
- Here is an example sentence using 'cortisone': She showed great cortisone during the competition.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
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Obsolete
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Vowels
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