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- [non-ste-roid-l, -sti-]
- /ˌnɒn stɛˈrɔɪd l, -stɪ-/
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- [non-ste-roid-l, -sti-]
- /ˌnɒn stɛˈrɔɪd l, -stɪ-/
Definitions of nonsteroidal word
- adjective nonsteroidal of or relating to a substance that is not a steroid but has certain similar physiological effects. 1
- noun nonsteroidal any such substance, especially a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, as ibuprofen. 1
- noun nonsteroidal (steroid) That does not consist of, or contain steroids. 1
- adjective nonsteroidal not containing or consisting of steroids 0
- adjective nonsteroidal not containing a steroid 0
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Origin of nonsteroidal
First appearance:
before 1960 One of the 3% newest English words
1960-65; non- + steroidal
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Parts of speech for Nonsteroidal
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nonsteroidal popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 55% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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nonsteroidal usage trend in Literature
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- what are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs?
- what is a nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drug?
- what is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug?
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