Estrones

/ˈɛstroʊnz/ noun

Definition

The plural form of estrone, referring to multiple instances or amounts of this estrogen compound.

Etymology

Simple English pluralization of 'estrone' with the -s suffix.

Kelly Says

While we often talk about estrogen as one thing, scientists distinguish between estrone, estradiol, and estriol because each one affects the body differently and in different life stages.

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