Estrogen

usgb/ˈestrədʒən/
noun

A hormone produced mainly in the ovaries. It causes the growth and development of female sexual characteristics and reproductive functions.

During puberty, the body begins to produce more estrogen, which leads to the development of breasts and hips in girls.
Visual representation of "estrogen" - A hormone produced mainly in the ovaries. It causes the growth and development of female sexual characteristics and reproductive functions.

Often appears as...

  • produce estrogen
  • increase estrogen

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Gender Specific

Estrogen is associated with female biology, though present in both sexes.

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Men also have estrogen, but at much lower levels than women.
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Medical Discussions

Used commonly in medical or biological contexts to discuss health and development.

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The doctor explained how estrogen levels affect menstrual cycles.
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Cultural Sensitivity

In discussions about gender, use 'estrogen' respectfully due to its association with womanhood.

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The lecture on hormones included a section about estrogen in a culturally sensitive manner.
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