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1. (n.) estrone
an estrogenic hormone, C
Etymology: (1930–35; estr(in) an earlier name (estr(us)+ -in1) + -one)
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1. (noun) estrone, oestrone, theelin, Estronol
a naturally occurring weak estrogenic hormone secreted by the mammalian ovary; synthesized (trade name Estronol) and used to treat estrogen deficiency
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1. estrone
An aromatized C18 steroid with a 3-hydroxyl group and a 17-ketone, a major mammalian estrogen. It is converted from ANDROSTENEDIONE directly, or from TESTOSTERONE via ESTRADIOL. In humans, it is produced primarily by the cyclic ovaries, PLACENTA, and the ADIPOSE TISSUE of men and postmenopausal women.
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